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Propulsion Technician (Falcon 9) - 2nd Shift at SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA, United States

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.

PROPULSION TECHNICIAN (FALCON 9) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for cleaning of hardware, tools, valves, and regulators

• Troubleshoot failure modes and provide photo documentation and feedback to engineering

• Use computer network systems, as well as test units as described in the test instruction and acceptance test plans

• Accept or reject test units based on calculated test data and results

• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions

• Accurately record daily work completion to report to the lead technician

• Responsible for maintaining a professional and neat work area

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, military, or automotive environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of professional assembly experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience soldering components to J-STD-001 requirements

• A&P license

• 5S knowledge and experience

• High attention to detail in order to ensure safety and accuracy of testing procedures

• Previous interaction and correspondence with support engineers

• Embodies team mentality; coachable and reliable

• Experience with mechanical and electrical systems

• Strong mathematical, basic computer, problem solving, decision making skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to work independently or as part of a team, meet aggressive schedules, operate and understand readouts on standard cell instrumentation

• Ability to make full use of computer network systems

• Experience in the aerospace industry

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

• 2nd shift hours is from approximately (3:30 PM - 2:00 AM)

• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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• Location:
  Hawthorne, California
• Company:
  SpaceX