Development Test Technician (Starship Mechanisms) - Level 4/5

The role

Development test technicians support the fabrication, assembly, and operation of test stands and equipment. They work closely with test engineers to support testing of vehicle and spacecraft designs.

What you will do

• Fabricate metallic piece parts to print using machine shop equipment: mill, lathe, etc
• Assemble test equipment to print, including on-assembly fabrication operations: precision match drilling, welding, riveting, etc
• Assemble large mechanical assemblies that require strategic part manipulation and heavy lift operations and equipment
• Fabricate and assemble high-pressure pneumatic and hydraulic fluid systems, including bending/flaring/assembling of stainless steel and flexible tubing

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical fabrication
• Able to work at elevated heights occasionally (scissor lifts and articulated boom lifts)
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 30 lbs. unassisted
• Able to work in outdoor environments as needed
• Ability to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends when needed
• Willing to travel for short trips as needed, up to 10% travel

Nice to have

• Positive attitude and able to work well on a team
• Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
• Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail
• Able to read mechanical and engineering drawings and interpret tolerances (including GD&T)
• Able to read and interpret fluid or electrical schematics
• Skilled with mechanical hand tools
• Knowledge/experience with AN, MS, MP, and Swagelok fluid connections
• Knowledge/experience with cryogenic systems (gaseous and liquid)
• Knowledge/experience working with electrical components and systems
• Experience lifting, rigging, and preparing for heavy crane operations of complicated parts

Benefits

• 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
• Access to a 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

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 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to

About the company

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The company 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.