Propulsion Technician, Raptor Chamber and Nozzle Assembly

The role

The propulsion technician is responsible for assembly and testing of rocket hardware and associated sub-assemblies. This role involves cleaning, preparing, and assembling combustion chamber assemblies and troubleshooting engines and cell systems.

What you will do

• Clean, prepare and assemble various main combustion chamber assemblies and sub-assembly pieces
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions
• Operate machinery such as DAVI roll former, automated tig welding machine, hydro-forming sheet metal
• Run automated machines for surface preparation or thermal barrier coating applications
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions
• Use precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
• Operate forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment
• Perform blending, filing and shearing of sheet metal piece parts
• Clean tools, valves, regulators and maintain a professional and neat work area
• Stage, install, set-up, test and de-tool Thrust Chamber Assemblies and subassemblies

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing
• Able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted
• Able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

Nice to have

• Experience staging, installing, removing and de-staging propulsion engines
• A&P license
• 2+ years of experience working on aircraft or rocket engines
• 5+ years of aerospace engines experience
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices; mechanical and electrical systems; and/or propulsion engines
• Strong mathematical, basic computer, problem solving and decision-making skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet aggressive schedules
• Ability to operate and understand readouts on automated asset user interfaces and hydrostatic proof booth

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• 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
• Paid sick leave

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligibl

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.