Propulsion Technician (Raptor Production Machining)
Core
Manufacturing, assembly, and testing of rocket hardware and sub-assemblies for the Raptor engine.
Role type
Propulsion Technician (Production Machining)
Builds
Rocket engine components and sub-assemblies
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Heavy manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work
Required skills
grinding, filing, sanding, thread chasing, surface finishing, defect removal, borescope inspection, technical drawing interpretation, heavy equipment operation, forklift/crane operation, test cell instrumentation operation, vacuum furnace operation, ultrasonic immersion operation, hydrostatic proof booth operation
Preferred skills
close tolerance bench work, precision measuring instruments (micrometers, vernier calipers, ultrasonic thickness gauges), lean manufacturing, 5S methods, digital borescope usage, mathematical skills, problem solving
Technologies
vacuum furnaces, ultrasonic immersion systems, proof/waterflow booths, test cell instrumentation, computer network systems
Responsibilities
Grind, file, or sand metal surfaces; Chase machine cut threads; Polish tight tolerance surfaces; Wash parts; Inspect surface finishes and threads; Remove defects; Use tools to remove debris from passages; Borescope parts for internal defects; Operate forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment; Operate test cell instrumentation and machinery
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC