Propulsion Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle Manufacturing (Raptor)
Core
Design, implement, and scale manufacturing processes for Raptor thrust chambers and nozzles, focusing on complex metallic components with regenerative cooling channels and tight tolerances.
Role type
Senior manufacturing engineer (propulsion hardware)
Builds
Raptor combustion chambers and nozzle extensions for Starship
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Advanced manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
manufacturing process development, machining, brazing, welding, forming, tube bending, structural assembly, design for manufacturability (DFM), statistical process control, predictive analytics, data pipeline development, engineering drawing interpretation
Preferred skills
experience with complex metallic components, test methods and data acquisition systems, multi-disciplinary collaboration
Technologies
custom fixtures, tooling, workholding solutions, manufacturing software, version control, simulation
Responsibilities
Own fabrication, processes, and assembly of thrust chamber and nozzle extension hardware; Create and refine manufacturing strategies, work instructions, custom fixtures, tooling, and workholding solutions; Build and maintain data pipelines for statistical process control and predictive analytics; Partner with design, materials, production, and supply chain teams to convert designs into scalable processes; Maintain holistic ownership of the production line including process consistency, quality, capital equipment, and safety; Challenge existing processes to support high-rate production and launch operations.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC