Build Reliability Engineer (Starship)

Starbase, TXfull time

On Site

entry

H1B: no

SpaceX The Build Reliability Engineer (Starship) is responsible for taking design-for-manufacturability concepts through to integration and testing of the full vehicle. This includes designing tooling, developing welding and assembly processes, and acting as technical supervisors to production technicians and welders.

Responsibilities

p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Work closely with vehicle analysts and the design team to ensure hardware meets both vehicle design requirements and manufacturing process constraints
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Develop production procedures and manage the transition of parts and assemblies from development to high-rate production
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Coordinate and execute development, qualification, and acceptance testing of tooling and systems required to meet hardware deadlines
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Identify and implement design-for-manufacturability (DFM) improvements to increase production efficiency
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Create original CAD models and drawings for flight hardware and tooling
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Serve as the primary on-site design engineering point of contact for efficient build and assembly of parts and vehicle systems
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Create and maintain build schedules
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Analyze and resolve manufacturing discrepancies, working closely with the Quality team on issues related to design, fabrication, and assembly
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Participate in design reviews with internal teams, suppliers, and customers
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Partner with engineering and production teams to generate ideas and improvements for current and next-generation vehicles
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Provide technical direction and support to vendors; assist in sourcing and qualifying new suppliers

Qualification

Required

p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Engineering Physics
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems, preferably as a team or sub-team lead
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">5+ years of professional engineering experience

Preferred

p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience working on SpaceX vehicles or builds
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Strong experience with GD&T
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience with large steel structure fabrication and assembly (civil, naval, aerospace, or heavy mechanical)
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience leading the mechanical design of operationally critical hardware, including structures and basic structural analysis
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience developing, maintaining, and improving welding processes
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience with process development, facility/line layouts, and error-proofing (poka-yoke)
p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter (CAD and PLM systems)