Fluids Systems Technician - Spaceflight Production

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Fluids Systems Technician (Starship) based in Brownsville, TX. You will build, install, and troubleshoot complex fluid systems to support Starship production, and provide feedback to engineers on maintainability and operation.

The role requires hands-on fabrication, piping, sensor wiring, and high-pressure testing, with travel and overtime as needed to support launch campaigns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 3+ years using mechanical or electronics hand tools.
• 3+ years pipe fitting and fabrication.
• Preferred experience with calibrated measuring instruments and heavy equipment.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and operate at SpaceX Brownsville, TX.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from schematics or drawings.
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets and blueprints.
• Repair or replace faulty ground hardware and test equipment.
• Connect and verify sensors and complete wiring for ground support equipment.
• Perform high-pressure liquid and pneumatic testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair urgent issues during activation or production.

Skills

Mechanical/electronics troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Fluid system knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Heavy equipment operation

Pipefitting tools

Calibrated measuring instruments

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Fluids Systems Technician (Starship) based in Brownsville, TX. You will build, install, and troubleshoot complex fluid systems to support Starship production, and provide feedback to engineers on maintainability and operation.

The role requires hands-on fabrication, piping, sensor wiring, and high-pressure testing, with travel and overtime as needed to support launch campaigns.