SpaceX · 2 hours ago
Soft Goods Technician (Composites)
Hawthorne, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $24.50/hr
1+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. The Soft Goods Technician (Composites) will work on the composites soft goods team, producing insulation and thermal protection products for the Falcon and Dragon programs, while developing a diverse skillset in sewing and hardware installation.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting materials and tools
Handle a range of fabrics and materials with various properties, including felt, silicone rubber, Kevlar, wire mesh, woven ceramic fabric, foil, fiberglass, etc
Cut materials from templates and patterns, either by hand or by operating an automated cutting table, to specified tolerances
Follow written work instructions, perform basic shop math and measurements, and read engineering drawings to accurately assemble products
Locate and punch holes through heavy materials
Install hardware such as rivets, grommets, snaps, zippers, and fasteners
Safely mix and apply two-part adhesives to bond, seal, and gapfill components
Stitch components and materials by sewing machine or by hand sewing
Adjust machine performance on material by observing machine operation, detecting malfunctions, and adjusting settings
Maintain quality by inspecting raw material for flaws and finished product for nonconformances
Document actions by completing production and quality logs
Work with engineering and supervision to resolve assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications and implementing process improvements
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of hands on work experience working in a manufacturing or production setting
Must be able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum
Must be willing to work all shifts - 1st shift (4:30am - 3:00pm), 2nd shift (3pm - 1:30am)
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed
Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Preferred
Experience as a seamster/seamstress/machinist in an industrial environment
Experience creating and cutting different materials and fabrics
Experience operating an automated cutting machine
Experience in the automotive, aerospace or marine upholstery trades
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
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
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