SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

LAUNCH PAD TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP LAUNCH)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for maintaining a safe, professional, and neat work area. Recommend changes to tooling, equipment, training, processes, and personal protective equipment to eliminate safety hazards
• Set the standard for a rigorous and efficient technician team, operating with high efficiency and utilization across a broad mix of products. Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions, and communicate daily work completion to report to peers/leadership
• Troubleshoot failure modes and work directly with engineering to solve technical problems. Provide recommendations to design/instructions/process to improve reliability, manufacturability, or rate of components
• Demonstrates ability to trace a test a fluid system using schematics. Identifying the fluid and operating pressures the system is capable of
• Grow your skillset (seal installation, assembly, tube bending, pressurized testing, etc.) and expertise across products (pneumatic, electromechanical, and passive valves) while training peers in a fast-growing team
• Fabricate, maintain, troubleshoot, operate, and repair Launch and Test Support equipment/instrumentation as needed
• Bend and install stainless steel tubing used for hydraulic fluid and pneumatic lines for test
• Operate and maintain hardware including high pressure systems/pumps; and other ancillary equipment including pneumatic components
• Thorough understanding and use with Work Orders/EM’s
• Ability to navigate and understand functions within VISIO
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts when needed
• Demonstrates the correct way to install and torque pressurized fluid system fittings (ie. flanges, v‐ bands, graylok, etc.)
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot and repair any fluid system

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ year of experience working in a fabrication, manufacturing (assembly), or testing role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Trained in assembly or testing of propulsion, aviation or automotive hardware
• Lean manufacturing (5S) knowledge and experience
• High attention to detail in order to ensure safety and accuracy of testing procedures
• Embodies team mentality; coachable and reliable
• Experience with pressure/temperature/flow measurement devices, and mechanical/electrical systems
• 3+ years of aerospace component testing experience
• Strong mathematical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Basic computer experience
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams at all levels of the business
• The ability to work autonomously or as part of a team to achieve inspiring production goals
• High pressure testing knowledge

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
• Willing to travel up to 25%
• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
• Willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:                  

Pay range:      

Launch Operations Technician / Level 1: $18.00/hour  Launch Operations Technician / Level 2: $23.00/hour  Launch Operations Technician / Level 3: $28.00/hour  

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (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. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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, gender identity, 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 Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.