About the job
At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the cosmos. We are at the forefront of developing groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars. Join us in making this vision a reality.
Senior Tooling Design Engineer - Investment Casting
SpaceX is in search of a Senior Tooling Design Engineer to spearhead the design and development of wax injection molds and ceramic core injection molds for turbine blades and vanes. This pivotal role is essential for enhancing the scalability of reliable, high-performance cast components. You will be tasked with designing sophisticated tooling that adheres to exceptionally tight tolerances and intricate internal cooling geometries, all while meeting aggressive production rates and cost objectives.
As part of the materials team, you will collaborate closely with materials, casting, and manufacturing engineers to devise tooling solutions from initial concept to production qualification. Your designs will significantly influence casting yield, dimensional stability, and the overall manufacturability of mission-critical hardware.
Responsibilities:- Design high-precision wax injection molds and ceramic core injection molds for complex turbine blades and vanes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling meets production demands.
- Conduct thorough analysis and testing of tooling designs to guarantee performance standards.
- Optimize tooling designs for manufacturability, cost, and performance.

