Propulsion Technician (Raptor Foundry)

Hawthorne, CAfull time

On Site

mid

$48k–$56k

H1B: no

SpaceX Propulsion Technician operates and maintains robotic systems and heavy industrial equipment in foundry manufacturing for propulsion components. The role includes performing mold operations, part transfers, and collaborating with engineers to support production and process improvements.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain robotic systems for shell manufacturing, including part loading, in-process inspection, and slurry sampling
Perform operation of burnout furnaces, including cutting and placement of insulation on molds
Assist pour operations team with mold transfer processes using robotic equipment, forklifts, and other assisted lift methods
Operate large industrial equipment such as abrasive saws, waterjets, and grit blasting machinery to support de-shelling and casting mold operations
Read and interpret work order instructions to blend and remove material using carbides or other hand tools, ensuring critical dimensional tolerances are met
Handle part transfers and documentation using heat treat ovens
Support SLA printing and related finishing/assembly tasks as part of broader production workflows
Take initiative in problem solving, cost reductions, and process improvements
Collaborate with design, tooling, and quality engineers to transition products from design to high-volume production
Provide hands-on support across foundry operations to maintain efficiency and quality

Qualification

Experience starting up new work centersFamiliarity with HMI

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing or production environments, including one or more of the following: heavy industrial equipment operation, surface preparation and finishing, part inspection and quality control, preventive maintenance (PMs) on machinery, metal fabrication, or operating lab/manufacturing equipment
Experience documenting process improvements and working in team-based production settings

Preferred

2+ years of hands-on experience with foundry processes, investment casting, or operation of large-scale industrial equipment (e.g., robotics, furnaces, saws, or blasting systems)
3+ years in a professional manufacturing or production role, with a focus on scaling operations or handling complex industrial workflows
Proven track record of creative problem solving, implementing cost reductions, and driving process optimizations in industrial settings
Experience starting up new work centers, establishing documented processes, and introducing new products from design to production
Familiarity with HMI, PLC, or robot programming for industrial automation
Strong manual dexterity for tasks like sanding, cutting, assembly, and precision finishing
Comfortable adapting to a mix of repetitive production tasks and innovative process development
Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Equity/RSU
Parental Leave
Life Insurance

Company

SpaceX

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