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.
STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket and spacecraft components and subcomponents
- Use tooling holes, pilot holes, or by hand (as required), per drawing or tooling instructions
- Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling/hand clamps
- Install fasteners in correct sequence per drawing, using correct tools (e.g., rivet gun and bucking bar, drill motor, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner)
- Shim and/or trim parts as required
- Select drill bits, reamers and/or countersinking tools for pilot and full-size holes
- Locate, drill pilot holes using drill motor and proper size drill bit(s)
- Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor
- Set countersinking tools to proper depth as required
- Disassemble parts and deburr holes using chip chasers, deburring tools, and files to prepare for installation of fasteners
- Use solvents to clean surfaces prior to sealing or assembly
- Apply sealant, Alodine, primer, adhesives, special finishes
- Load and unload ovens to bond detail parts to assemblies
- Determine and obtain correct type and size fasteners
- Cold work holes to prepare for close tolerance fastener installation
- Install bushings into housings using arbor press and/or hydraulic puller
- Apply liquid nitrogen to facilitate installation of bushings
- Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, maintenance, material handling, and/or installation; OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, and/or electronics
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience drilling, reaming, honing and/or countersinking straight and close tolerance holes
- Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company
- Experience using various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, floor-mounted power tools and precision measuring tools
- Capable of visualizing a three-dimensional shape from a two-dimensional view and understanding symbols, flag notes, and general notes
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fractions)
- Experience making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. 1st shift is from approximately (5:00 AM - 3:30 PM) and 2nd shift is (3:30 PM - 2:00 AM)
- Must be able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
- Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Structures Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour
Structures Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
Structures Technician/Level 3: $30.00 - $38.00/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.
Top Skills
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.
