Additive Manufacturing Engineer, E - Engine Development

Additive Manufacturing Engineer, E - 2 Engine Development Develop and optimize laser powder bed fusion additive manufacturing processes for E-2 engine components

Location:

Hawthorne, California, United States

Compensation: $82, USD / year

Job Tags:
Hardware

We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world's first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Hawthorne location.

• Optimize and develop all aspects of laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) additive manufacturing.
• Develop new additive applications, processes, and material parameters to expand printing capabilities.
• Collaborate with design, analysis, quality, manufacturing and responsible engineers.
• Work hands‑on with additive platforms, including optimization, troubleshooting, and calibration, while coordinating with OEMs for improvements.
• Investigate and develop new additive technologies to meet business needs and launch initiatives.
• Produce and improve reports, procedures, and manuals to document results and refine development processes.

• Bachelor's degree in materials science, welding, mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in propulsion design or the development of metallic additive technologies.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborating with engineering and manufacturing groups.
• Strong knowledge of first principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Deep expertise in metal additive manufacturing technology.
• Highly self‑motivated, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Master's degree in a related field.
• 2+ years of LPBF experience with large‑scale multi‑laser additive platforms, including:
• Operation and modification of additive machines
• Parameter and applications development
• Optics and laser systems
• Process control improvements
• Demonstrated technical experience in:
• Printing aluminum, copper, and/or nickel based alloys
• Design for additive manufacturing (DFAM)
• Build file creation and optimization
• Multifactorial design of experiments (DOE)
• Aerospace flight qualification processes and specifications
• Knowledge of various additive and subtractive manufacturing and joining techniques for metals.
• Proficiency in principles of compressible and in compressible flow, thermodynamics, thermochemistry, mechanics, materials, and electrical circuits.
• NX, Manufacturo, and Teamcenter experience.

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.

• Additive Manufacturing Engineer I: $82,000 - $100,000
• Additive Manufacturing Engineer II: $100,000 - $125,000

Salary Range:
California $82,000 - $125,000 USD

Base salary will vary depending on job‑related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full‑time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non‑exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical…