Aerospace Structures Machining Technician

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision, dental

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Structures Technician (Machining) in Hawthorne to modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket components per drawings. You will align parts, drill and countersink holes, and install fasteners with precision tools.

The role requires documentation and QA checks after each operation and may involve hazardous materials handling. Shift options include 1st and 2nd shifts, with pay scales across Technician Levels 1–3 and a comprehensive benefits package including stock options, medical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 1+ years in hardware assembly, test, maintenance, or installation or an accredited trade program in A&P/manufacturing/electronics.
• A&P license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket and spacecraft components per drawings.
• Align parts and secure with clecos or clamps.
• Drill, ream, countersink holes and install fasteners as specified.
• Perform self-checks and QA using standard instruments.
• Handle hazardous materials per approved procedures.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Three-dimensional visualization

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Structures Technician (Machining) in Hawthorne to modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket components per drawings. You will align parts, drill and countersink holes, and install fasteners with precision tools.

The role requires documentation and QA checks after each operation and may involve hazardous materials handling. Shift options include 1st and 2nd shifts, with pay scales across Technician Levels 1–3 and a comprehensive benefits package including stock options, medical