Manufacturing Engineer, Machine Shop (Starship)
Core
Develop novel solutions for Starship hardware, focusing on inspection reliability, efficiency, and design for manufacturability within the machine shop.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (Machine Shop)
Builds
Starship vehicles (satellites, crewed missions, interplanetary travel)
Domain
Aerospace / Precision Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
precision metrology systems, GD&T, machine shop processes, CNC operation, CMM programming, root cause analysis, engineering drawing updates
Preferred skills
3D imaging, state-of-the-art machining equipment setup, CNC programming (lathes and mills), inspection automation
Technologies
CMMs, Keyance, CNC lathes, CNC mills, 3D imaging systems
Responsibilities
Determine inspection methods to maximize machine uptime and reduce part stagnation; Increase inspection throughput by evaluating automation opportunities; Maintain tight feedback loops with design and manufacturing teams to reduce cycle times; Update engineering drawings to optimize manufacturing and inspection; Drive design for manufacturing initiatives related to inspection processes; Review out-of-tolerance conditions and sign off on dispositions; Collaborate with other machine shops to address capacity and process alignment; Contain non-conforming products and implement corrective actions
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC