SpaceX · 9 hours ago
Development Test Technician - Level 4/5
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$36/hr - $43/hr
5+ years expSpaceX is a pioneering aerospace manufacturer and space transport services company aiming to enable human life on Mars. They are seeking a Development Test Technician to support testing of vehicle and spacecraft designs through fabrication and assembly of test equipment and systems.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Fabricate metallic piece parts to print using machine shop equipment: mill, lathe, etc
Assemble test equipment to print, including on-assembly fabrication operations: precision match drilling, welding, riveting, etc
Assemble large mechanical assemblies that require strategic part manipulation and heavy lift operations and equipment
Fabricate and assemble high-pressure pneumatic and hydraulic fluid systems, including bending/flaring/assembling of stainless steel and flexible tubing
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of experience in mechanical fabrication
Able to work at elevated heights occasionally (scissor lifts and articulated boom lifts)
Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 30 lbs. unassisted
Able to work in outdoor environments as needed
Ability to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends when needed
Willing to travel for short trips as needed, up to 10% travel
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
Positive attitude and able to work well on a team
Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail
Able to read mechanical and engineering drawings and interpret tolerances (including GD&T)
Able to read and interpret fluid or electrical schematics
Skilled with mechanical hand tools
Knowledge/experience with AN, MS, MP, and Swagelok fluid connections
Knowledge/experience with cryogenic systems (gaseous and liquid)
Knowledge/experience working with electrical components and systems
Experience lifting, rigging, and preparing for heavy crane operations of complicated parts
Proficient computer skills; comfortable with using email and the Microsoft Office suite
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
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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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