Coatings Technician for Starship Launch Hardware

Starlink; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Industrial Paint Technician (Starship Launch Hardware) to apply coatings, perform sand blasting, and manage corrosion control on aerospace structures. The role requires adherence to safety standards and effective operation of painting equipment.

The candidate should have 1+ year of industrial painting experience, with preferred 5+ years and familiarity with NACE, MSDS, and EPA regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ years of industrial painting experience.
• Preferred: 5+ years in industrial painting with corrosion control experience.
• Familiarity with NACE, MSDS, and EPA codes or industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Sand blast to acceptable industry standards.
• Operate spray coating equipment safely to industrial standards.
• Operate air tools, pressure feed tanks, and airless pumps safely.
• Brush and roll industrial coatings.
• Perform corrosion control on carbon steel/stainless steel.
• Operate aerial platforms, forklifts, and heavy equipment.
• Maintain painting equipment including sprayers and electrostatic sprayers.
• Coordinate with contractors to meet SpaceX standards.

Skills

Industrial painting

Corrosion control

NACE/MSDS/EPA codes

Equipment safety

Paint processes

Detailed instruction follow-through

Independent/team work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Industrial Paint Technician (Starship Launch Hardware) to apply coatings, perform sand blasting, and manage corrosion control on aerospace structures. The role requires adherence to safety standards and effective operation of painting equipment.

The candidate should have 1+ year of industrial painting experience, with preferred 5+ years and familiarity with NACE, MSDS, and EPA regulations.