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SpaceX is developing the technologies to enable human life beyond Earth and is hiring an Operations Engineer to support Raptor engine production at its Hawthorne facility. The role is hands-on and focused on factory layout, process improvement, project execution, vendor coordination, and driving simple, reliable production flow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
  • 1+ years professional or internship manufacturing experience
  • Experience with process flow, layouts, and project planning
  • Vendor coordination and on-site job walk experience
  • Comfortable working hands-on on the factory floor (stooping, bending, standing)
  • ITAR eligibility (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) or ability to obtain required authorizations

Responsibilities

  • Design and own factory and production area layouts emphasizing clear visual indicators and linear flow
  • Conduct vendor job walks, negotiate pricing, and enforce schedules
  • Host process walks to identify simplification and elimination opportunities and lead implementation
  • Plan and execute complex projects quickly and cost-effectively
  • Work hands-on on the factory floor and lead by example to complete projects
  • Develop system and process improvements across production teams
  • Create analytical tools to model delivery, capacity, and cost to inform decisions

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (required)
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Lean/Six Sigma) are beneficial

Benefits

  • Base salary with level-based range and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives (company stock, options, or cash awards)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Approximately 3 weeks paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick leave per company policy and other employee discounts/perks
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SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, is an aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

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September 23, 2025
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