Aerospace Corrosion & Coatings Technician

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Texas seeks a Corrosion Control Technician to apply and maintain coating systems, identify and treat corrosion, prepare surfaces, and apply coatings to meet strict quality standards on ground support equipment.

You will work on a demanding production schedule, operate sandblast and spray coating equipment, follow safety guidelines, and support rocket launch campaigns with attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of corrosion control, painting, or sand blasting experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Sandblast to acceptable industry standards.
• Operate spray coating equipment to industrial and commercial standards.
• Operate air tools, pressure feed tanks, and airless pumps.
• Quality brush and roll industrial and commercial coatings.
• Corrosion control on carbon steel/stainless steel using pneumatic air tools, needle guns, and scalers.
• Safe operation of aerial platforms, forklifts, and heavy equipment.
• Identify hazards in production and take action to reduce risk before work begins.

Skills

Industrial painting

NACE familiarity

MSDS familiarity

EPA regulations

Heavy equipment safety

Attention to detail

Coating testing

Independent work

Team collaboration

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sandblasting equipment

Spray coating equipment

Air tools

Airless pumps

Brush/roll coatings

Pneumatic tools

Job description

SpaceX in Texas seeks a Corrosion Control Technician to apply and maintain coating systems, identify and treat corrosion, prepare surfaces, and apply coatings to meet strict quality standards on ground support equipment.

You will work on a demanding production schedule, operate sandblast and spray coating equipment, follow safety guidelines, and support rocket launch campaigns with attention to detail and teamwork.