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.

INTEGRATION & TEST SPECIALIST (FALCON) 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the build and test of structural, pneumatic, and hydraulic subassemblies.
• Assist in the maintenance and further development of test fixtures, test setups, and test stands to be used in production, and/or for development
• Support dispositions of non-conforming hardware on the production floor, and drive root cause analysis and solution implementation
• Develop and refine manufacturing assembly procedures and planning
• Fabricate or build any of the following in accordance to the defined specifications:
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Perform tests independently, or with Engineers, according to test procedures and design requirements
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures
• Work directly with production technicians and operators to resolve process deviations or support production feedback
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Support anomaly investigations and work towards resolution
• Assist in the tracking, procurement and servicing of critical calibrated instrumentation and spare hardware
• Create and perform asset maintenance plans
• Instrumentation including DAQ hardware and wire harnesses
• Electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing technician, planning, or direct support role
• 1+ years of experience creating and/or working with manufacturing planning or build process instructions (school or project experience will be considered)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to read and understand electro-mechanical schematics
• Ability to read and understand Plumbing and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
• Ability to read mechanical assembly drawings and blue prints
• Take products through development cycle to full volume production, and design for manufacturability and assembly
• Ability to solve complex manufacturing problems on schedule with little to no supervision as an individual or as a member of an integrated team
• Experience managing lean manufacturing tools, PFMEA, value chain mapping, Kanban, OEE, and 5S
• Ability to fabricate high pressure plumbing systems, including: tube flaring, tube bending, and cone-&-threading
• Ability to fabricate mechanical components and assemblies, including: milling, drilling, turning, and torqueing
• Knowledge/experience operating and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic components, including: valves, regulators, and accumulators
• Knowledge/experience operating basic machine shop equipment, including: sanders, grinders, saws, and benders
• Knowledge/experience with test operations procedures including hydraulic load control, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, and safe handling of flight parts
• Knowledge/experience with high pressure or cryogenic systems (gaseous and liquid)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Available shifts:
  • Split shift: M-F 1:00pm - 11:00pm
  • 2nd shift: M-F 3:30pm - 2:00am
  • Weekend 1st shift: F- M 6:00am - 6:00pm 
  • Weekend 2nd shift: 3:00pm - 3:00am
• Willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:Integration & Test Specialist/Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hourIntegration & Test Specialist/Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/hourIntegration & Test Specialist/Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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.