Propulsion Technician (Super Heavy Booster Propulsion Systems)

The role

You will build and test propulsion assemblies for Booster subassembly prop systems. You will partner with engineers to develop production systems and troubleshoot failure modes.

What you will do

• Deliver high-quality propulsion
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership to achieve component delivery rate
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and work/test instructions
• Communicate daily work completion to report to leadership
• Assemble and fit-up subassemblies for fluid systems
• Perform precision alignment, braze joints, and fastener torquing
• Populate avionics connector pin-out with wire routing and crimping
• Conduct proof pressure testing and hi-pot electrical testing
• Troubleshoot failure modes
• Recommend improvements to designs, instructions, and processes

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing/assembly, welding, or testing role OR completion from a relevant trade school
• Must be able to travel to other sites if needed
• Must be able to lift 50lbs assisted
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Nice to have

• 3+ years of aerospace component testing experience
• Trained in assembly or testing of propulsion, aviation or aerospace hardware
• High pressure testing knowledge
• High voltage testing knowledge
• A&P license
• Experience and knowledge operating brazement furnace
• Experience working with thin-walled tubing
• Experience working with Inconel, titanium, aluminum, nickel, and stainless steel
• Knowledge of orbital tube welding (OTW)
• Lean manufacturing (5S) knowledge and experience

Benefits

• Company stock
• Stock options
• Long-term cash awards
• Discretionary bonuses
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 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

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

About the company

SpaceX 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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.