Engineer The Future
SpaceX is a U.S.-based advanced technology company founded by residing CEO and CTO, Elon Musk. Founded in 2002, 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. Our team is made up of more than 3,000 SpaceXers located across our Hawthorne, California headquarters; and other facilities in Florida, Texas, and Washington, DC.
Advance the course of human history and pave the ways to Mars
This is SpaceX. We are not like most companies. Our goal is to do what has never before been done--enabling mankind to live on other planets. We push the boundaries of what is currently possible, and understand it takes rare individuals to help us make this happen. We celebrate our successes, and each other. We seek future colleagues with a rare mix of drive, passion, scrappiness, intelligence, and curiosity to seek what’s beyond the stars.
Playing a direct role in advancing the course of human history is no small endeavor. Join us, and find your place in the SpaceX legacy.
Test Technician (Structures and Integration)
Overview:
- Test Technicians at SpaceX get to assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and perform regular maintenance and work on integrated rocket hardware, including fuel tanks and integrated stages, as well as supporting test equipment. These technicians enjoy working outside at the rocket development facility, on our robust test stands, supporting structural test operations first-hand, as well as in the hangar where stage integration takes place. Test Technicians enjoy witnessing the rumbling of rocket engines throughout the day.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all structural test stand related equipment/services are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed
- Fabricate and repair structural hardware and test equipment
- Collaborate with engineers to develop and document activities
- Ensure all components and materials are clean and inspected according to Clean for Oxygen Service Standards
- Operate and maintain hardware, high pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary equipment, including pneumatic components and hydraulics
- Develop novel ways site wide to streamline processes and increase the reliability of testing operations
- Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits or certifications as required
- Perform a variety of related duties in support of structural testing and test stand programs
- Monitor and maintain a reasonable inventory of cryogenic equipment, including transfer and storage dewars, transfer tubes, fittings, hoses, and other supplies
- Maintain inventory of spare parts and equipment to repair or replace defective components
- Process work orders and maintenance tickets
- Prepare test articles and test stands and systems for test operations
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience working with and troubleshooting mechanical systems (professional work experience or personal experience will be considered)
- Experience using power tools, hand tools, or heavy equipment
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience with structural test equipment/services is a plus
- Experience with testing process and optimization of test processes
- Experience with high performance systems and optimization of these systems
- Experience in ground support equipment in aerospace industry preferred
- Some experience in the space exploration industry, automotive, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment
- Associates Degree in relevant field
- Basic computer skills, including experience using MS Office suite
- A&P License is a plus
- Authorized Emission Specialist (AES) certification or training is a plus
- Experience with crane operations
- Knowledge of high vacuum systems is a plus
- Knowledge of all types of bore scope inspection equipment
- Knowledge of different fittings such as NPT and A/N
- Ability to utilize power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
- A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical manuals, reports and schematics
- Use of precision measuring instruments
- Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees and customers
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Be able to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Additional Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s License
- General physical fitness is required for some work areas, flight hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required, also the ability to lift heavy objects is required in this position >50lbs
- Ability to work at elevated heights
- Ability to work different/varying shifts
- Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Typically 50 hour work weeks, schedule varies depending on site operational needs, flexibility required
- Overtime is frequently required for particular tasks or test series
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. Learn more about 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.
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