SpaceX · 2 months ago
Industrial Gases Technician
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$22/hr - $35/hr
2+ years expSpaceX is a company focused on enabling human life on Mars through advanced technologies. They are seeking an Industrial Gases Technician to provide support in installing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial tank farm equipment related to gas/liquid ground infrastructure.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide ground system technician support, which involves installing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial tank farm equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, and plumbing related to the high-pressure and low-pressure helium, nitrogen, and argon gas/liquid ground infrastructure, and other aspects of the site facilities
Understand and supply industrial packaged gases to production and test consumers, be knowledgeable about pressurized components, and provide end-users insight on how to properly and safely operate pressurized test systems
Operate and maintain large, complicated facility gas hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary pressure equipment, including pneumatic systems ranging from vacuum to 20,000psi MEOP
Collaborate with design/build engineers to understand systems, help influence and execute a preventative maintenance plan, and ensure system changes are approved and documented
Make repairs and additions to pre-existing piping infrastructure, troubleshoot and fix faulty regulators, valves, gauges, and gauges throughout campus
Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, etc. standards
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, logistics, or power and gas role
General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
Valid driver's license
Ability to work at elevated heights
Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, and/or rain
Willing to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Must be willing to work flexible shifts, including overtime and weekends, as required by the business
Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, etc. standards
Preferred
Associate's degree or equivalency certificate
A&P license
Experience in power and gas, military, aerospace or other high-reliability operating environments
Experience with ground support equipment in a competitive industry
Mechanical aptitude and experience (work with machines and general tooling)
Experience in process piping installation, especially in stainless steel, CPVC, and cryogenic applications
Experience with high pressure (1,000psi+) gaseous/liquid systems
General knowledge of pressure fitting types (Compression, JIC, NPT, and MP/HP)
Demonstrated experience where quick-thinking and problem-solving plays a critical role
Experience operating equipment with a PLC or machine interface
Minor acuteness with electrical components, wiring experience a plus
Ability to utilize power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
Use of precision measuring instruments (calipers, torque wrenches, gauges)
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics
Knowledge of hazardous systems – cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, pyrophoric
Knowledge of pressure system safety protocol and proper handling
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
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
Various other discounts and perks
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
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CFO
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