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Propulsion Technician (Raptor Foundry)

SpaceX· Raptor Foundry - Production
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Hawthorne, CA$23/hr - $27/hrFull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Foundry technician role at SpaceX focused on operating and improving industrial processes and equipment in the Raptor Foundry to support shell manufacturing, casting, and related production workflows.

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

Qualifications

  • 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

Skills

Required:Robotic systems operation and maintenanceBurnout furnace operationMold transfer and handlingLarge industrial equipment operationReading work orders and precision finishingDocumentation and heat treat processesProblem solving and process improvementCross-functional collaborationSafety and attention to detail
Nice to have:SLA printing and finishing tasks

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Various other discounts and perks
  • Paid vacation (up to 3 weeks) and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Potential long-term incentives (stock/options) and discretionary bonuses
  • Employee stock purchase plan
Last updated Jul 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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