SpaceX · 1 day ago
Electro-Mechanical Build & Test Technician (Starship Avionics)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $27/hr
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Electro-Mechanical Build & Test Technician will be responsible for mechanical and electrical assembly, testing of various electronic and optical equipment, and supporting development tests.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Mechanical/electrical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis
Build and test small electrical sub-assemblies
Build and test optical equipment
Support conformal coat, masking, epoxy application and coating
Run functional testing on units
Harnesses routing onto avionics assemblies
Support vibe and thermal development tests
Perform HASS testing of assemblies built in the area
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience using mechanical hand tools
1+ years of professional technician experience in electronics
Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times: 1st shift: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; 2nd shift: 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
Preferred
Associate degree
Conformal coat support experience utilizing NVOC, urethane, acrylic and silicone based CC
Experience maintaining and programming of PVA conformal coat system
Current or past certification for NASA-STD-8739.3, IPC-610 or equivalent
Experience preferred in fast-paced production environment with flight hardware
Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
Experience building electromechanical components
Experience with thermal and vibe testing
Experience with harness routing and integration
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
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law
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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