Aerospace Soft Goods Cutter - Starfall Cutting Tech

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bloomfield, CT seeks a Soft Goods Technician, Cutting to operate automated cutting equipment for parachutes and other soft goods. You will set up jobs, align materials, and ensure cuts meet drawings and work instructions. The role requires lifting, long shifts, and weekend overtime as needed.

Experience with Eastman laser and Carlson tables is preferred, along with reading engineering drawings and basic production maintenance. Join a team dedicated to safe, reliable space access.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or production.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated cutting tables to mark and cut textiles per work orders and drawings.
• Set up jobs including material loading, alignment, nesting, and table settings.
• Troubleshoot setup issues to maintain workmanship and repeatability.
• Pull material from inventory and kit parts for cutting work; kit cut parts to shop floor as needed.
• Verify marks and cuts against templates and instructions; stop work if out of spec.
• Perform routine table care and report equipment issues affecting cut quality.
• Move material and cut kits through the shop to support workflow.
• Follow safety practices and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Eastman laser table

Carlson cutting table

Job description

SpaceX in Bloomfield, CT seeks a Soft Goods Technician, Cutting to operate automated cutting equipment for parachutes and other soft goods. You will set up jobs, align materials, and ensure cuts meet drawings and work instructions. The role requires lifting, long shifts, and weekend overtime as needed.

Experience with Eastman laser and Carlson tables is preferred, along with reading engineering drawings and basic production maintenance. Join a team dedicated to safe, reliable space access.