Job Description

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.

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

This role requires a self-sufficient technician who performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting across a wide range of equipment. The technician must apply systematic problem-solving in a high-volume manufacturing environment, keep equipment in optimal operating condition, and coordinate with internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair all critical assets to ensure their proper operating condition Provide maintenance on various equipment such as ovens, furnaces, vacuum systems, composite ply cutting machines, epoxy dispensing machines, environmental test chambers, tube-bending equipment, etc. Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems down to the component level Read and utilize schematics (mechanical/ electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic) Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency certificate 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment 3+ years of experience with repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems

Preferred Skills And Experience

Maintenance experience with Thermotron, Envirotronic, Mycronic, Unholtz-Dickie, and Acutronic equipment Maintenance experience with various welding equipment (robotic, electron beam, friction, etc.) Maintenance experience on gas and electric ovens, vacuum systems, environmental thermal testing, and ply cutting equipment 5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills) Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency Familiar with Lean or Six Sigma tools like Five Why’s Methodology Analytic thinker that gets to the root of the problem and comes up with permanent solution to remedy the issue Ability to navigate, utilize, and close out work orders

Additional Requirements

Ability to work one of the following shifts: 1st shift: Monday - Friday 5:30am - 3:30pm 2nd shift: Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 12:00am Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Pay Range

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Equipment Maintenance Technician/Level 1: $30.00 - $35.00/hour

Equipment Maintenance Technician/Level 2: $34.00 - $40.00/hour

Equipment Maintenance Technician/Level 3: $39.00 - $47.00/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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

How this job compares in Hawthorne, CA

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Hawthorne, CA currently run a median of $36/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $31–$58/hr across 33 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Hawthorne, CA

We're tracking 40 other active welding openings in Hawthorne, CA right now, from 5 different employers. 15 of them were added in the last week. Across California as a whole we're tracking 596 other active welding openings from 294 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Hawthorne, or widen the search to California.

SpaceX currently has 33 other openings live in California, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (33), Aerotek (16), and Volt (16). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Santa Ana at $48/hr, Los Angeles at $45/hr, and El Segundo at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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