Industrial Gases Technician

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 64,747,000 - 104,698,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SpaceX in Hawthorne, CA is seeking an Industrial Gases Technician to install, test, and maintain gas handling systems across the site.

You will work with engineers to implement preventive maintenance, handle high-pressure cryogenic piping, and ensure compliance with OSHA and NFPA standards while supporting 3-shift operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• 2+ years in manufacturing, logistics, or power and gas.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial gas system equipment.
• Operate and maintain high-pressure and cryogenic gas systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement preventative maintenance plans.
• Repair piping, regulate valves, and gauges across facilities.
• Follow safety policies and regulatory standards (OSHA, NFPA, EPA).
• Obtain licenses or certifications as required.

Skills

Ground support equipment

Industrial gases

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Pneumatic systems

Cryogenic systems

PLC interface

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree or equivalency certificate

Tools

PLC

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.

INDUSTRIAL GASES TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide ground system technician support, which involves installing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial tank farm equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, and plumbing related to the high-pressure and low-pressure helium, nitrogen, and argon gas/liquid ground infrastructure, and other aspects of the site facilities
• Understand and supply industrial packaged gases to production and test consumers, be knowledgeable about pressurized components, and provide end-users insight on how to properly and safely operate pressurized test systems
• Operate and maintain large, complicated facility gas hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary pressure equipment, including pneumatic systems ranging from vacuum to 20,000psi MEOP
• Collaborate with design/build engineers to understand systems, help influence and execute a preventative maintenance plan, and ensure system changes are approved and documented
• Make repairs and additions to pre-existing piping infrastructure, troubleshoot and fix faulty regulators, valves, gauges, and gauges throughout campus
• Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
• Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, etc. standards

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, logistics, or power and gas role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree or equivalency certificate
• A&P license
• Experience in power and gas, military, aerospace or other high-reliability operating environments
• Experience with ground support equipment in a competitive industry
• Mechanical aptitude and experience (work with machines and general tooling)
• Experience in process piping installation, especially in stainless steel, CPVC, and cryogenic applications
• Experience with high pressure (1,000psi+) gaseous/liquid systems
• General knowledge of pressure fitting types (Compression, JIC, NPT, and MP/HP)
• Demonstrated experience where quick-thinking and problem-solving plays a critical role
• Experience operating equipment with a PLC or machine interface
• Minor acuteness with electrical components, wiring experience a plus
• Ability to utilize power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
• Use of precision measuring instruments (calipers, torque wrenches, gauges)
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of hazardous systems – cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, pyrophoric
• Knowledge of pressure system safety protocol and proper handling

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work at elevated heights
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, and/or rain
• Willing to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts, including overtime and weekends, as required by the business

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Industrial Gases Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
Industrial Gases Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
Industrial Gases Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

• 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 .

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