Electrician (Starship Launch Pad)

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Texas is seeking an Electrician for the Starship Launch Pad to repair, install, and maintain electrical and electronic systems on aerospace machinery. You will read blueprints and schematics, test circuits, and support major subsystem upgrades while following strict safety and ITAR rules.

A valid journeyman or NCCER industrial license and 3+ years of electrical experience are required. Ability to work overtime, heights, and in demanding environments is essential; rocket-site experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of experience with electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace defective parts in electrical fixtures.
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic devices.
• Perform preventative repair and maintenance of field, plant, and shop electronic and electrical systems, devices, equipment, and components.
• Install enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical subsystems.
• Perform work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability.
• Install electrical components to architectural and code specifications.
• Test wiring connections with test equipment like volt/ohmmeters and oscilloscopes.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Skills

Blueprints & schematics reading

Electrical systems experience

Testing instruments usage

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

NCCER/Journeyman license preferred

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

ELECTRICIAN (STARSHIP LAUNCH PAD)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and replace defective parts in electrical fixtures
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic devices
• Perform preventative repair and maintenance of field, plant, and shop electronic and electrical systems, devices, equipment, and components
• Install enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical subsystems
• Perform work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability
• Install electrical components to architectural and code specifications
• Test wiring connections with test equipment like volt/ohmmeters and oscilloscopes
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience with electrical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
• Experience with SpaceX electrical systems
• Master electrician license
• Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish the assigned work
• Ability to test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various devices
• Ability to use a variety of electrician’s hand tools as well as measuring and testing instruments
• Demonstrable knowledge and/or understanding of codes, rules, regulations and standards of electrical equipment
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals and reports
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Journeyman or NCCER industrial license
• Schedule varies depending on site operational needs and flexibility required regarding frequent overtime/weekend support
• Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 3 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 3 hours per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, working with high voltage, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Aff…? Wait no. or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].