Composite Test Specialist - Aerospace & Hands-on

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off: 3 weeks vacation and 10

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Test Specialist (Composites) to develop and operate critical test processes for new structures and mechanisms.

You will collaborate with design, build, and reliability teams, supervise test stands, and refine manufacturing processes to improve robustness while maintaining safety.

This hands-on role requires travel up to 40% and a strong background in engineering or manufacturing with composite testing.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with flight hardware test and integration.
• Experience with test plans and go/no-go judgment.
• Familiarity with CAD and data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate test stands and equipment with practical focus.
• Create fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists.
• Collaborate with design, build, and reliability engineers to streamline testing and manufacturing.

Job description

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Test Specialist (Composites) to develop and operate critical test processes for new structures and mechanisms.

You will collaborate with design, build, and reliability teams, supervise test stands, and refine manufacturing processes to improve robustness while maintaining safety.

This hands-on role requires travel up to 40% and a strong background in engineering or manufacturing with composite testing.