SpaceX · 6 hours ago
Test Specialist (Falcon Operations) - Multiple Shifts
Vandenberg Village, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$33/hr - $41.75/hr
3+ 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 Test Specialist on the Falcon Operations Team will support the execution of engineering tasks for the Falcon Operations launch manifest, requiring a wide range of skills and a self-driven attitude.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Process Falcon 9 flight vehicles in the pursuit of safe, rapid, and reliable rocket re-use, integration, and launch
Design and develop tools and hardware to enable vehicle assembly and conduct vehicle system testing
Develop and execute procedures for the checkout and integration of new and flight-proven rockets and ground support equipment
Assist with and lead the hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of new and flight-proven vehicle assemblies
Partner with highly skilled field technicians to execute operations on a daily basis
Lead critical on-site operations while collaborating with engineering staff from other departments and SpaceX locations to resolve off-nominal test results and ensure flight readiness
Identify high-risk processes and problems during flight hardware processing, and proactively implement improvements to ensure operational excellence
Rapidly develop and refine manufacturing assembly procedures based on lessons learned
Manage work orders and the driving of non-conformances into actionable items and system improvements
Maintain clear communication with engineering, technician, and logistics teams
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of professional experience with payload, spacecraft, automotive, aircraft, or aerospace integration or testing
Ability to pass Space Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
Ability to work one of the following shifts, overtime, and weekends as required: Day Shift or Night Shift
Must be willing to travel (anticipated 20%) to other launch sites or customer facilities as necessary
Preferred
2+ years of experience in a technical and hands-on production environment
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
3+ years of professional experience designing, building, integrating, and testing complex multi-disciplinary systems
Experience writing test plans and test procedures
Experience working on projects that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software systems (launch vehicle and/or spacecraft experience is not required)
Proficient in or hands-on experience with one or more of the following: launch vehicle or spacecraft integration; composite structure design or testing; test operations with gases/fluids; data acquisition setup and field measurements
Professional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases/fluids, etc.)
Professional experience working with large assembly moves (e.g. crane operations)
Flight hardware avionics experience
Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people
Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
Ability to learn, lead others, and help others learn while maintaining productivity
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
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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