Instrument Fitter

Spacex; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Brownsville, TX is seeking an Instrument Fitter to build, install, and troubleshoot fluid systems for the Starship production facility. You will fabricate piping, valves, sensors, and wiring from drawings, verify assemblies, and support ground hardware during activation.

The role requires 3+ years of mechanical/electronics tooling, pipe fitting, and the ability to travel up to 25%. ITAR compliance and lifting up to 25 lbs, overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts may apply.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from drawings, including stainless piping, valves, regulators, sensors, and gauges.
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets, drawings and blueprints.
• Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test and integration equipment; connect sensors and complete wiring of ground support equipment.
• Perform high-pressure liquid and pneumatic testing and troubleshoot high-urgency operational issues during activation or production usage.

Skills

High school diploma

3+ years tools

Pipe fitting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

the company 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 the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

INSTRUMENT FITTER (STARSHIP)

The Instrument Fitter is responsible for building, installing, and troubleshooting fluid systems in support of the Starship production facility. Instrument Fitters 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
• Sensors/gauges
• 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 the company 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

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.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company 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 the company’s Affir mative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail]*.*