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Manufacturing Engineer (Raptor Combustion Devices Machining)

Hawthorne, CAFull-time$100k–$130k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorshipCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Design, develop, and implement machining processes for Raptor combustion device parts (valves, turbopumps, thrust chambers, injectors) to ensure cost, quality, and production rate goals.

Role type

Manufacturing Engineer (Machining)

Builds

Raptor engine hardware components

Domain

Aerospace propulsion

Required skills

Machining process design, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Statistical Process Control (SPC), CAM programming, Fixture design, Cutting tool selection, Quality inspection methodologies, Change management

Preferred skills

Mechanical component design, Tooling design and analysis, Process development from R&D to volume manufacturing, Writing work instructions for aerospace parts, Experience in aerospace production environment

Technologies

CAM programming, 3D CAD

Responsibilities

Identify and implement machining processes to solve cost, quality, and production rate issues; Partner with design and manufacturing teams to ensure robust processes; Implement design for manufacturing (DFM) updates; Drive machining processes toward statistically controlled (SPC) environments; Oversee full circle machining process from fixture design to inspection; Challenge processes to create manufacturable and reliable engine hardware; Ensure on-time delivery of hardware; Oversee introduction of new products and revisions.

Seniority

Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC