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SpaceX · 1 week ago

Thermal Development Technician, Robotic Welding (Starship) - Level 4/5

Texas, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration, aiming to enable human life on Mars. The Thermal Development Technician will be responsible for maintaining, programming, and operating robotic and automated systems while supporting heat shield manufacturing and integration for the Starship spacecraft.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide maintenance on various equipment: vacuum chambers, thermal chambers, CNC machines, and robotic welders

Maintain, repair, and operate all robotic assets to ensure their proper operating condition

Replace and install electrical components such as switches, relays, contactors, transformers, rectifiers, circuit breakers, fuses, and sensors for temperature/pressure/position

Replace and install mechanical components such as bearings, bushings, motors, shafts, collars, couplings, pulleys, belts, gears, chains, rollers, pumps, valves, hoses, and o-rings on a variety of system equipment

Support the fabrication of ceramic refractory billets, ceramic tiles, thermal gap fillers, coatings, and other components required for a robust thermal protection system

Support basic fabrication, surface preparation, bonding, and oven curing operations

Document processes precisely to be able to replicate each step taken in the material processing

Perform hardware inspection and rework as required

Qualification

Robotic systems experiencePLC programmingCNC machine operationElectrical troubleshooting6-axis robot operationWelding knowledgeHeavy equipment operationTechnical documentationTeam collaborationProblem-solving skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of experience working with robotic or automated systems

3+ years of experience as a technician

Ability to work one of the following shifts: Monday- Friday (6:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.) or Monday -Friday (6:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.)

Hold or be willing to obtain a valid Driver's License

Stand: Up to 10 hours per day

Sit: Up to 1 hour per day

Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 30 minutes to 1 hour per day

Overhead reach: Up to 6 hours per day

Walk: Up to 6 hours per day

Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 30 minutes to 1 hour per day

Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day

Kneel/Crouch: Up to 6 hours per day

Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day

Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees Up to 1 hour per day

Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description

Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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

Experience operating and maintaining Kuka, Fanuc, or other 6 –axis robots

Experience working with PLC programming, robotics, and CNC machines

Basic understanding of stud arc welding

3+ years of experience with electrical system troubleshooting

Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and drawings

Ability to describe and navigate through a machine's functions, root cause recurrent issues, and identify the cross-referenced parts needed for repairs

5+ years of experience as a technician

Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic manufacturing fields

Experience with hand/power tools, forklifts, and other heavy equipment