SpaceX · 3 months ago
Rigger - Weekend (2nd Shift)
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. They are seeking a Rigger for weekend shifts to safely rig and lift flight hardware and tooling, ensuring efficient operations in the manufacturing process.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
Responsibilities
Safely rig with round/flat slings and protectors, then lift flight hardware into and from manufacturing machines
Safely rig with flat/round slings flight hardware components for delivery from machine, non-destructive test and drilling workshops
Safely rig with flat/round slings and lift large tooling jigs and fixtures into position and onto flight hardware
Install tooling onto flight hardware barrel sections, safely rig with round slings, lift and breakover barrel sections from vertical to horizontal to load into circumferential stir welding machine
Safely rig with designed tooling and round slings to lift complete rocket stages from integration carts onto transportation trailer or dolly
Safely rig with round/flat slings flight hardware and lift using a 6-20k forklift
Operate air bearing carts to move flight hardware from station to station
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
Must be willing to work weekend 2nd shift (Friday-Monday: 2:30PM - 1 AM)
Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs. unassisted, and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
On-the-job (OJT) training will be required and may require traveling to other SpaceX sites to accomplish
Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
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
Preferred
Certified forklift operator
2+ years of professional experience as a certified overhead crane operator
NCCCO rigger I/II qualifications/certifications
Previous experience with lifting large, odd shaped or unbalanced loads
Valid driver's license (class “B” or higher)
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
The ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
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