Manufacturing Engineer, Tool & Die Machining

SpaceX
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Industrial, Process & Manufacturing EngineeringExperience: 3+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Collaboration","Logical approach","Disciplined execution","Problem-solving","Open mindset"]

Manage technical projects to develop and qualify equipment, tooling, and manufacturing process technologies for plastic injection molds and high-pressure die cast tools. Partner with design, upstream production, support, machinists, technicians, and quality to ensure robust processes and fast issue resolution. Build in-house machining capability, implement “lights out” process controls, optimize costs, and research materials and manufacturing options to support Starlink manufacturing and R&D demand.

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Manufacturing Engineer, Tool & Die Machining

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Job Summary

Manage technical projects to develop and qualify equipment, tooling, and manufacturing process technologies for plastic injection molds and high-pressure die cast tools. Partner with design, upstream production, support, machinists, technicians, and quality to ensure robust processes and fast issue resolution. Build in-house machining capability, implement “lights out” process controls, optimize costs, and research materials and manufacturing options to support Starlink manufacturing and R&D demand.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Industrial, Process & Manufacturing Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop in-house machining capability for the tool & die team and deliver precision parts for internal tooling.
  • •Analyze parts and assemblies for DFM to optimize for manufacturing and assembly.
  • •Coordinate with engineering, machinists, technicians, and quality to ensure robust processes and resolve production problems quickly.
  • •Implement machining process controls to enable “lights out” operation and reduce in-cycle intervention using advanced programming strategies.
  • •Identify, procure, and install machine shop equipment; maintain/calibrate equipment and manage cost optimization initiatives.
Travel: Low travel

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, materials engineering, or other engineering discipline.
  • •3+ years of experience with CNC machining.
  • •Strong to expert 3D CAD skills, including advanced surfacing and large assemblies.
  • •Experience with Siemens NX.
  • •Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing and scaling to high volume with cross-functional teams.
Experience:3+ yearsManufacturing
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:CollaborationLogical approachDisciplined executionProblem-solvingOpen mindset
Tech Stack:CNC3D CADSiemens NXInjection moldingDie castingDFMAssemblyBox build

Eligibility

Nationality:US National

Company Brief

SpaceX
Designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers, aiming to reduce space transportation costs and enable human life on Mars through reusable launch vehicles and integrated space systems.
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Hectocorn (USD 100B+)
Funding: Series E+
Headquarters: Hawthorne, United States
Founded: 2002
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