Apply on Employer Site

SpaceX · 1 hour ago

Development Test Specialist

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$30/hr - $38/hr

3+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on developing technologies for space exploration with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. They are seeking a Development Test Specialist to support testing of vehicle and spacecraft designs, working closely with engineers to assist in the design and fabrication of test setups and provide data during tests.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the design and fabrication of test fixtures and test setups and test stands (both small and large tests)

Independently fabricate instrumentation and wire harnesses for ground support electro-mechanical test equipment and spaceflight harnesses that connect to test articles

Perform tests with engineers according to test procedures. Provide data and preliminary test results

Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures

Qualification

Electronic testingTest instrumentationTroubleshooting systemsHydraulic load controlCable harness fabricationReading schematicsComputer skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical position

1+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices

Ability 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

Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed

Ability to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends, as needed

Preferred

Experience in research and development or other fast-paced technical environment

Experience with test operations procedures including hydraulic load control, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, and safe handling of flight parts

Ability to read electro-mechanical schematics to accomplish checkouts

Ability to troubleshoot programs and systems and determine root causes and implement fixes

Ability to install and use test instrumentation sensors, including: strain gages, deflection gages, pressure transducers, load cells, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, and analog circuitry

Ability to fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: soldering, crimping, assembling connectors

Ability to read mechanical assembly drawings and blue prints

Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to navigate and manipulate files

Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules

Ability to take project goals inputs and works towards that end-goal beyond individual task assignment