Toolmaker, R&D; Raptor

Toolmaker, R&D (Raptor)

Work with the Raptor Tooling and Automation Engineers in fabricating, integrating and activating custom designed tools from simple fixtures to full electro-mechanical robot systems. Hands-on mentality and flexibility are essential for delivering critical Raptor production equipment

Responsibilities:

• Understand and apply fabrication techniques to deliver production and development tooling
• Interpret blueprints of varying complexity with a fundamental understanding of 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, communicating issues to engineering and troubleshooting 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certification
• 1+ years professional experience with toolmaking or metrology or machining

Preferred

Skills and Experience:

• Two-year degree (associate or technical)
• Experience analyzing data via laser tracker and generating data reports
• Ability to locate components with high precision as defined by engineering provided drawings and models
• Strong mechanical aptitude, with ability to quickly troubleshoot issues using design & fabrication skillset
• Ability to visualize and comprehend complex geometries in 3D space, for both small and large scale fabrication tasks
• Ability to use and learn a variety of software to analyze and communicate pertinent information
• Demonstrates leadership and dependability
• Ability to adapt to an extremely dynamic work environment while maintaining a positive attitude
• Apply diverse thinking and leverage past experience to find solutions to novel problems
• Ability to maintain the highest level of safety on the job site, striving to always look for ways to improve safety in a dynamic work environment
• Desire to integrate with teams that can change in size and personnel daily and contribute their skills to its cohesion, and effectiveness
• Experience operating conventional and/or portable mills and lathes or boring bars
• Experience with reading electrical and pneumatic schematics
• Experience with overhead bridge cranes, gantries, mobile cranes and other lifting devices. Familiarity with best rigging practices and handling large, heavy, and imbalanced components preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Travel to different sites up to 20% of the time
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 35 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand
• Work longer shifts, OT and weekends, as needed

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay range:
Toolmaker/Level 1: $26.00 - $32.00/hour Toolmaker/Level 2: $30.00 - $38.00/hour Toolmaker/Level 3: $35.00 - $44.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.

You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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