Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Metrology Engineer | SpaceX

Space Exploration Technologies
 
Work to advance the course of human history and pave the way to Mars.
 
SpaceX is a US based advanced technology company founded by residing CEO and CTO, Elon Musk. SpaceX builds rockets and spacecraft from the ground up including cutting edge electronics, software, vehicle structures, and engine systems. The Falcon Launch Vehicle and Dragon Spacecraft programs are some of the most ambitious engineering systems in the world, designed to support our ultimate goals of aviation-like spaceflight capability and making humanity a multi-planet species.
 
"SpaceX is like Special Forces… we do the missions that others think are impossible. We have goals that are absurdly ambitious, but we're going to make them happen. We have the potential here at SpaceX to have an incredible effect on the future of humanity and life itself."
– Elon Musk
 
If you’re undaunted by the impossible, actively seek out insanely challenging projects under tight schedules, and want to work with a remarkable organization pushing the envelope of human exploration, then you will want to be part of the SpaceX legacy.
 
We are actively seeking the brightest minds from all industries and technologies to continue building our world class team. Please visit spacex.com for additional information.
 
Metrology Engineer

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, develop and support detailed inspection plans for machined parts and small assemblies, utilizing specifications, procedures to develop sampling plans and reduced inspections based on part key characteristics, critical items and SPC.
  • Lead, develop and support AS9102 first article inspection process for outside manufacturing and internal machine parts. Includes development and continual improvement of the process i.e. creating, updating, monitoring, and maintaining the “First Article Inspection Reports” (FAIR) preparation and file management for all parts including the suppliers.
  • Act as specialist in ‘applied metrology’ and provide support to manufacturing and design areas in development of appropriate measurement methods, including researching and recommending new technologies, analyzing existing measurement methods, and training as required.
  • Coordinate and resolve Quality issues at receiving.
  • Facilitating and improving communication and receiving process issues with vendors for efficient work flow in the Receiving Inspection area. Work closely with inspectors, buyers, planners and vendors to minimize all related issues by implementing a procedure with a preventative approach.
  • Introduce a range of various 3D inspection methods, process, and software to the Propulsion, Structure and product engineers for the improvement of throughput and accuracy for the inspection process; from small components to large components such as turbine blade, castings, skin, thrust structure and dome inspection by the use of blue light or lasers

 
Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering
  • 2+ years of experience working in an engineering capacity. 
  • 1+ years of experience working with Metrology and Metrology methods. 

 
Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Master's Degree in an Engineering field
  • Excellent communication ability
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines with limited resources

 
ITAR Requirements:

  • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

 
 
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
 
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resource Department at (310) 363-6000.
 
 
 

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