This role pays less than
90%
of similar roles. Most pay
$138,912–$170,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$115k
versus about
$154k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About SpaceX
SpaceX designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft with the mission of enabling humans to become a multi-planetary species. It operates the Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship launch vehicles, as well as the Starlink satellite internet constellation.
SpaceX currently has
707 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$130,000–$165,000
across 462 roles with salary data.
Manufacturing Automation Engineer, Chamber and Nozzle (Raptor) joins a team focused on creating machines that build rocket engine components featuring complex geometries, such as regenerative cooling channels and thin-walled high-temperature alloys. The role involves designing, implementing, and scaling automated manufacturing processes to improve production rates and quality consistency for Raptor chambers and nozzles. Key responsibilities include developing robotic process automation, establishing in-situ monitoring, building data pipelines for predictive analytics, and creating material handling solutions that maintain tight tolerances. Candidates will utilize Python, PLC logic, and tools like LabVIEW, Beckhoff, Siemens, Fanuc, or Kuka to drive continuous improvement. The work addresses the technical challenge of manufacturing high-reliability hardware capable of surviving extreme thermal cycles while enabling high-volume production. Essential skills include experience with metallic components, machine vision, real-time process control, and knowledge of GD&T and precision metrology.
CNC Machining
CAM Software
Python
G-code
Digital Twin
Statistical Process Control
GD&T
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Metrology
CMM
Machine Learning
Data Pipelines
Post-processor Development
Non-destructive Evaluation
Manufacturing Process Development
Machining
Brazing
Welding
Forming
Tube Bending
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Data Pipelines
Statistical Process Control
Machine Learning
Data Acquisition Systems
Engineering Drawings
Simulation
Version Control
PLC
Siemens TIA Portal
Beckhoff TwinCAT 3
HMI
SCADA
Python
C#
.NET
SQL
Kuka
ABB
Fanuc
National Instruments
EPlan
Ethernet
Serial Communication
Field bus