Sr. Materials Engineer, Blades and Vanes R&D

📋 Description

• Conduct applied research on single crystal (SX), directionally solidified (DS), and equiaxed (EQ)
• Investigate casting processes and process parameters to improve material quality, reliability, and
• Design and conduct experiments to evaluate casting processes, identify defects, and assess
• Analyze cast component failures arising during manufacturing or service, collaborating with design
• Conduct root cause investigations using fractography, metallography, and materials characterization
• Evaluate material selection, material forms, tooling approaches, and material and process

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in material science, materials engineering, weld engineering, metallurgical
• 5+ years of professional experience working in metal casting technologies
• Master's degree or PhD in material science, materials engineering, weld engineering, metallurgical
• 5+ years of professional experience with SX or DS casting technologies using Ni-based superalloys
• Experience working on casting blades and vanes for industrial gas turbines or aerospace engines
• 3+ years of experience with metallographic characterization techniques and equipment, such as

🎁 Benefits

• Willingness to travel to other SpaceX sites and/or vendors (up to 15%)
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs unassisted
• Standing/walking for long periods of time
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends as necessary to accommodate manufacturing and test
• ITAR compliance required: must be U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or
• Equal opportunity employer