Toolmaker, R&D (Raptor)
SpaceX· Raptor Propulsion R&D
Hawthorne, CA$26/hr - $32/hrFull-timePosted 2mo ago
About the role
Toolmaker role supporting Raptor Tooling and Automation Engineers to fabricate, integrate, and activate custom tooling and electro-mechanical systems for production and development. Focus on hands-on fabrication, metrology, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver critical Raptor production equipment.
Responsibilities
- Understand and apply fabrication techniques to deliver production and development tooling
- Interpret blueprints of varying complexity with GD&T per ASME Y14.5
- Collect geometric data via metrology equipment through model-based software such as Verisurf; evaluate analysis for out-of-tolerance conditions; communicate issues to engineering and troubleshoot as required
- Apply creative solutions and troubleshooting methods to achieve tool’s form, fit, and functions
- Ensure operations can be performed safely while meeting SpaceX quality standards
- Effectively communicate to fabricators, machinists, assemblers, engineers, and other parties as required
- Cross train with Raptor R&D and Automation and Controls to be able to provide surge support as required
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certification
- 1+ years professional experience with toolmaking or metrology (e.g. performing inspections, using CMMs, portable arms, optics, or laser trackers) or machining (e.g. completing simple components from blueprints, creating blueprints, operating knee mills and gear lathes, using inspection tools, waterjets)
Skills
Required:GD&T (ASME Y14.5)Blueprint readingMetrology and data analysis
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Various other discounts and perks
- Potential for stock-based incentives and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
Last updated Aug 5, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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