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Mechanical Engineer, Printer Design & Manufacturing (Raptor)

SpaceX· Raptor Tooling and Automation Engineering
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Hawthorne, CA$100k - $140kfull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Mechanical Engineer for the Raptor 3D printer team focusing on designing and scaling printer hardware and its production line, training technicians, creating production plans, and driving rapid iteration on the Raptor 3D printer program.

Responsibilities

  • Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution and efficiency
  • Refine the production system to create high-rate, high-yield, and reliable processes
  • Develop training programs to teach engineers and technicians on laser tracking equipment and software
  • Use in-depth familiarity of GD&T to interpret blueprints at all assembly levels
  • Effectively communicate with fabricators, machinists, assemblers, engineers, and other parties as required
  • Own the design, development, and implementation of custom production equipment for the Raptor 3D printer
  • Balance simultaneous projects of varying scope and complexity in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEM discipline
  • 1+ years of experience in the design and/or commissioning of mechanical engineering projects (student project team and internship experience qualifies)
  • Experience with CAD and FEA software packages

Skills

Required:Bachelor’s degree in engineering or STEMCAD and FEA software

Benefits

  • comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • short and long-term disability insurance
  • life insurance
  • paid parental leave
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • various other discounts and perks
  • potential discretionary bonuses and stock/stock purchase options
Last updated Jul 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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