Integration & Test Engineer (Falcon & Dragon)
Core
Develop novel solutions for launch vehicles and spacecraft, leading manufacturing and integration of Falcon & Dragon vehicles.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical manufacturing engineer
Builds
Falcon & Dragon launch vehicles and spacecraft
Domain
Aerospace, space technology
Required skills
mechanical engineering, manufacturing process development, structural assembly, propulsion assembly, root cause analysis, capital equipment planning, floor layout design, DFMA, 3D CAD, metallic manufacturing techniques
Preferred skills
master's degree in engineering, experience with large mechanical assemblies, welding/metal forming/fastening/drilling/bonding/automation, tooling design, R&D to high-volume manufacturing transition, writing work instructions for aerospace parts
Technologies
3D CAD software
Responsibilities
Responsible for the build and inspection process for the structural assembly, propulsion assembly, and integration of the Falcon & Dragon vehicles; Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes to meet all design and business requirements; Collaborate with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve large-scale production challenges; Work with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and implementation in a rapidly evolving production environment; Resolve product non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause corrective actions; Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet volume production demand; Develop and refine floor layouts, capacity models, and product flow analysis to ensure on-time vehicle delivery to manifest
