SpaceX
Additive Manufacturing Engineer (Raptor)
About this role
SpaceX seeks an Additive Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and optimize additive manufacturing processes for Raptor engine components. You'll drive process improvements, collaborate across teams, and work with advanced powder-bed and powder-fed technologies to produce high-quality aerospace parts.
What you'll do
- Identify and execute projects to improve printer robustness and repeatability using machine data and sensor monitoring
- Design, develop, and test additive manufacturing processes using powder-bed and powder-fed approaches
- Optimize build files and print parameters to maximize part quality, consistency, and production efficiency
- Collaborate with design and materials teams to incorporate additive manufacturing features and develop optimal heat treatments
- Develop systems to collect, analyze, and leverage process data for continuous improvement
- Document best practices, implement safety improvements, and troubleshoot manufacturing issues
What they're looking for
- Additive manufacturing machine operation and parameter development
- Powder-bed and powder-fed additive techniques
- Aerospace materials (titanium, nickel-based alloys) and their properties
- Laser optics and machine troubleshooting
- Data analysis and process optimization
- Aerospace design specifications and testing standards
- Thermodynamics, materials science, and engineering fundamentals
- CAD and build file generation software
Benefits
- Competitive salary: $100,000–$135,000 based on experience level
- Long-term stock incentives and discretionary bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays annually
- Paid parental leave and employee stock purchase plan discount
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SpaceX
SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.
- Website
- spacex.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your hands-on experience operating additive manufacturing equipment and any process parameters you've developed or optimized.
- Tell us about a time you identified a recurring machine issue and how you drove a project to improve printer robustness or repeatability.