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SpaceX's Dragon Fluid Systems Manufacturing team develops, builds, tests, and delivers fluid assemblies for life support, thermal control, and propulsion on the Dragon vehicle. They seek a hands-on Build Engineer to own parts and propulsion sub-systems through production—driving process qualification, resolving manufacturing discrepancies, supporting tank/engine assembly and testing, and enabling continuous improvement to meet production rates safely and with high quality.

Skills

  • Hands-on experience building, testing, or manufacturing mechanical systems or components
  • Knowledge of pressure and leak testing methods and instrumentation
  • Familiarity with welding, machining, and coating processes
  • Experience with process development, PFMEA, and root cause analysis
  • Working knowledge of CAD and GD&T for manufacturing support
  • Ability to work directly with hardware on the production floor for extended periods

Responsibilities

  • Own piece parts and assembled propulsion sub-systems through manufacturing to delivery while meeting Dragon production rates and quality standards
  • Develop and qualify new manufacturing processes to transition products from design to production
  • Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing discrepancies in collaboration with design, production, and quality teams
  • Support day-to-day production of tank and engine assemblies, high-pressure testing, and hardware integration
  • Plan and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet volume production demand
  • Identify and eliminate process waste, streamline production workflows, and lead continuous improvement efforts

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (aerospace, mechanical, systems, manufacturing) or physics

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives (company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards)
  • Potential discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Approx. 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Exempt employees eligible for 5 days sick leave per year
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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