SpaceX · 4 hours ago
Integration Technician (F9 Booster & Fairings) - Multiple Shifts
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$23/hr - $27/hr
2+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Integration Technician will support Booster processing at the Port of Long Beach, performing flight-level quality processing work to prepare Falcon 9 First Stage Boosters for transport.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain ground support equipment used to perform booster lifting/transit operations
Perform high-pressure operations on a powered and unpowered booster
Carefully execute large-scale, critical lifts involving flight hardware
Proficiently use various mechanical tools and heavy machinery
Maintain, troubleshoot, and install both fluid and electromechanical components from a schematic or drawing
Complete tasks related to site preventative maintenance in accordance with the asset management system
Work closely with engineers and leadership to develop and implement operational improvements focused on driving takt times down and ease of repeatability
Rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Play a critical role in coordinated launch vehicle movements and integrated pressurized ground operations
Support dockside recovery vessel maintenance as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of professional experience working hands-on as a technician in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, production, manufacturing, oil and gas industry OR a certificate from an accredited trade skills program
Ability to work all shift times, overtime, and weekends as needed
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg
Work schedule varies depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required
Must be able to lift to 35 lbs. unassisted
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be able to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladders and aerial boom lifts
Must be willing to operate heavy machinery
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, ice
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Willing to travel to other SpaceX sites as needed
Preferred
Airframe & Powerplant license
Strong written and oral communication skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
Experience working in an ESD sensitive environment
Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices
Experience maintaining a propulsion test stand in the aerospace industry
Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
Military aviation experience as a propulsion or airframe technician
Proficient skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment
Familiarity with calibrated measurement devices including load cells, multi-meters, calipers, torque wrenches, depth gauges, and micrometers
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
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
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Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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