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Materials Engineer, Additive Manufacturing

SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA
$100k – $140k
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Seniority
Mid-level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
1+ yrs
Industry
Aerospace
Role
Process Engineering
Schedule
Standard
Materials
Nickel-based superalloys (Inconel 718, 625)
Techniques
Metallurgical characterizationMechanical testingFractographyScanning electron microscopyMetallographic analysisNon-destructive testing
Benefits
Employee Stock Purchase PlanDiscretionary bonusesLong-term incentives

Role details

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. MATERIALS ENGINEER, ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING Our Propulsion Materials team is responsible for developing and qualifying laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) processes for nickel-based superalloys used in next-generation rocket engines.

In this role you will own process development, parameter optimization, and material characterization for high-performance components on Raptor engines. You will work daily with design and manufacturing teams to push the limits of what is possible with LPBF nickel superalloys and other materials. If you have significant hands-on experience developing and qualifying LPBF processes for nickel-based superalloys and want to apply that expertise to the most demanding propulsion applications, this is the role for you.

00 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 at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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