Fluids Systems Technician (Starship)

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Brownsville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Brownsville, TX, seeks a Fluids Systems Technician (Starship) to build, install, and troubleshoot fluid systems in the Starship production facility. You will fabricate components from engineering drawings and support activation and production.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years using hand tools and pipe fittings, experience with fluid and mechanical systems, and willingness to travel up to 25%. The role requires lifting, ladder work, and overtime as needed for site operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is required.
• 3+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electronics hand tools.
• 3+ years of pipe fitting and fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from schematics or drawings.
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, and drawings.
• Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware and test equipment.
• Connect and verify sensors and pressure/thermal measurement devices.
• Perform high pressure liquid and pneumatic testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues during activation or production usage.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Pipe fitting

Reading schematics

Heavy equipment operation

Manual dexterity

Welding (orbital/structural)

Calibrated measuring instruments

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

FLUIDS SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)

The Fluids Systems Technician is responsible for building, installing, and troubleshooting fluid systems in support of the Starship production facility. Technicians play a key role in the design process by providing feedback to engineers on how the resources will be operated and maintained.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from a schematic or engineering drawing, including but not limited to:
• Stainless steel/aluminum piping
• Ball/check valves
• Pressure regulators
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets/manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches
• Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test, and integration equipment
• Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors
• Complete necessary wiring of the electrical ground support equipment for ground systems
• Perform high pressure liquid and pneumatic testing
• Troubleshoot and repair high-urgency operational issues found during activation or production usage of fluid systems

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience using mechanical and/or electronics hand tools
• 3+ years of experience with pipe fitting and fabrication

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting complex fluid and mechanical systems
• Experience maintaining a propulsion test stand in the aerospace industry
• Experience with orbital or structural welding
• Experience with pneumatic/hydraulic system fabrication
• Professional experience with calibrated measuring instruments
• Experience using heavy equipment, including but not limited to, overhead cranes, forklifts and manlifts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs (unassisted)
• Must be willing to travel up to 25%. Position is based in Brownsville, TX, however work at other SpaceX facilities for extended periods for similar work may be required
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• 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 affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail] .