Metalworking Professional

2 weeks ago


Williamstown, South Australia beBeeMetallurgist Full time $130,000 - $170,000

At SpaceX, we're pushing the boundaries of human knowledge and exploration.

We're currently seeking a skilled Metallurgical Engineer to join our team in Brownsville, TX.

This is a highly technical position that requires hands-on experience with process engineering and new product development.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of machining and assembly of metallic components, as well as associated processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead cutting-edge material development at mills for proprietary materials
  • Enforce strict requirements at mills worldwide to ensure aerospace-grade materials
  • Act as metallurgical point of contact for purchased metallic raw materials and semi-finished products
  • Lead technical quality issue resolution and non-conformance mitigation
  • Work with procurement to source exceptional suppliers and qualify them appropriately
  • Partner with suppliers to develop capability to produce unique products
  • Develop and approve process controls to control critical characteristics
  • Conduct design for manufacturing reviews to ensure parts are manufacturable
  • Own NPI process at suppliers for new parts, drawing changes, or re-sourcing existing parts
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or materials discipline
  • 1+ years of experience with manufacturing, materials, or process engineering
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Master's degree in metallurgical engineering or materials science & engineering
  • 2+ years of experience with TIG, MIG, and resistance welding of stainless steel
  • Familiarity with metallic mill products and ancillary processes
  • Technical capabilities including knowledge of 2D blueprints and model drawings
  • Knowledge of supplier quality processes and statistical techniques

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to work extended hours and travel up to 50% of work week
  • This position requires being onsite - remote work not considered

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