SpaceX

Overview

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, and the Propulsion Technician for Super Heavy Propulsion Systems will serve as hardware build and test experts for Booster subassembly propulsion systems, ensuring high-quality assembly and testing in extreme environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver state-of-the-art, high-quality propulsion.
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership to achieve component delivery rate reliably.
• Set the standard for a rigorous and efficient technician team by operating with high efficiency.
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and work/test instructions.
• Execute daily precision manufacturing tasks including assembly and fit-up of subassemblies.
• Troubleshoot failure modes and collaborate with design, tooling, quality, and engineering teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing/assembly, welding, or testing role OR completion from a relevant trade school.
• 3+ years of aerospace component testing experience (preferred).
• Trained in assembly or testing of propulsion, aviation, or aerospace hardware (preferred).
• High pressure and high voltage testing knowledge (preferred).
• A&P license (preferred).
• Experience operating brazement furnace (preferred).
• Experience with thin-walled tubing and materials like Inconel, titanium, aluminum, nickel, and stainless steel (preferred).
• Knowledge of orbital tube welding (OTW) (preferred).
• Lean manufacturing (5S) knowledge and experience (preferred).
• Strong mathematical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Basic computer experience.
• Effective communication skills with engineering and production teams.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• Must be able to travel to other sites if needed.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs assisted and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to work first shift (~4:00am – ~2:30PM) or second shift (~2:30PM – ~1:00AM).
• Must be able to support overtime and weekend work requests.