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CORROSION CONTROL TECHNICIAN (LAUNCH PADS)
The Corrosion Control Technician is responsible for launch pad applications of various coating systems for asset protection. The technician will comply with quality corrosion expectations, identifying/removing/treating corrosion, and preparation of components for painting. This position will also support routine preventative maintenance on equipment utilized for launch operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Set up and use a conventional spray gun, pressure pot, pressure washer, airless paint sprayer pump and gun
- Safely operate spray coating equipment to industrial and commercial standards
- Safely operate air tools, pressure feed tanks, and power tools to remove all loose mill scale, loose rust, loose paint, and other loose detrimental foreign matter by power wire brushing, power sanding, power grinding, power tool chipping, and power tool descaling
- Brush and roll industrial and commercial coatings
- Perform corrosion control on carbon steel/ stainless steel using pneumatic air tools, needle guns, and scalers
- Safely operate aerial platforms, forklifts, and heavy equipment
- Perform routine maintenance on pumps, motors, gear boxes etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of professional industrial corrosion control experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of industrial painting experience
- Experience working around high pressure systems
- Ability to distinguish between relief valves and filters and able to successfully remove and replace them
- Understanding of heavy equipment safety standards
- Familiarity with paint processes and applications
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work effectively in a high pace environment
- Self-motivated individual able to work independently or in a team environment and willing to learn
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
- Ability to work 1st shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm
- Willing to work overtime and adjusted shifts to meet critical launch milestones
- Ability to wear and obtain certification in the wearing of an air respirator
- Able to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted
- Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
- Able to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladder
- Willing to operate heavy machinery
- Able to perform routine maintenance on pumps, motors etc.
- Able to work in confined spaces
- Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, ice
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Willing to be cross-trained as a preventive maintenance technician
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Corrosion Control Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour
Corrosion Control Technician/Level 2: $26.50 - $32.00/hour
Corrosion Control Technician/Level 3: $30.25 - $38.50/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.
What We Do
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.
SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA.
