SpaceX
Propulsion Build Engineer (Starship)
About this role
SpaceX seeks a Propulsion Build Engineer to develop manufacturing processes and tooling for high-rate production of Starship and Super Heavy fluid systems. You'll collaborate with design and production teams to optimize builds, manage technicians, and execute testing while working directly with flight-critical hardware in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do
- Develop manufacturing processes and tools for efficient fluid system production
- Create CAD models and technical prints for flight and tooling components
- Guide and supervise technicians, welders, and fabricators on hardware builds
- Coordinate development, qualification, and acceptance testing programs
- Manage build schedules and work with design teams to simplify systems
- Execute integration operations and oversee installation of flight-critical hardware
What they're looking for
- CAD design (Siemens NX, Unigraphics preferred)
- GD&T and mechanical tolerancing
- Welding process development and metallurgy
- Fluid mechanics and pressurized component knowledge
- Manufacturing process design and error-proofing
- Project management and technical documentation
- Hands-on fabrication and assembly techniques
- Leadership and communication with cross-functional teams
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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
- Tell us about a manufacturing process you designed from scratch—what challenges did you encounter and how did you solve them?
- Describe your experience with welding processes; which techniques have you worked with and what qualifications or standards governed them?