Test Specialist (Falcon Operations) - Multiple Shifts

The role

This person will support the execution of engineering task items for the Falcon Operations launch manifest. They will process Falcon 9 flight vehicles, design tools and hardware, and lead hands-on assembly and testing.

What you will do

• Process Falcon 9 flight vehicles for re-use, integration, and launch
• Design and develop tools and hardware for vehicle assembly and system testing
• Develop and execute procedures for checkout and integration of rockets and ground support equipment
• Assist with and lead hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of vehicle assemblies
• Partner with field technicians to execute operations daily
• Lead on-site operations and collaborate with engineering staff to resolve off-nominal test results
• Identify high-risk processes and implement improvements
• Develop and refine manufacturing assembly procedures
• Manage work orders and non-conformances
• Maintain communication with engineering, technician, and logistics teams

Required qualifications

• 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

Nice to have

• 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
• Proficient in or hands-on experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft integration; composite structure design or testing; test operations with gases/fluids; data acquisition setup and field measureme
• Professional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems
• Professional experience working with large assembly moves
• Flight hardware avionics experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people

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
• 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

• Ability to pass Space Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S.

About the company

SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make human life on Mars possible.