Laser Tracker Toolmaker for Starship Launch Hardware

SpaceX; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Laser Tracker Toolmaker (Starship Launch Hardware) to build and improve mechanical systems at rocket launch facilities. You will work hands-on, interpreting blueprints with GD&T, collecting data via laser trackers, and guiding manufacturing steps from concept to completion.

Ideal candidates have experience in metrology, data analysis, and the use of Verisurf X, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-stakes environment and travel to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ years of professional experience in manufacturing/production or tooling environment.
• Two-year technical degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use GD&T to interpret blueprints at all assembly levels.
• Collect geometric data via laser tracker through Verisurf.
• Establish a reference system on the current task and install it on/off the part.
• Provide analysis of collected data and guide remaining operations.
• Integrate process monitoring with fabrication to locate welding and machining details.
• Understand fabrication processes and environmental effects on large structures.
• Communicate effectively with fabricators, machinists, assemblers, engineers.

Skills

GD&T

Model-based metrology

Data analysis

Data reporting

3D visualization

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year technical degree/associate

Tools

Verisurf X

Leica laser trackers

CMM

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Laser Tracker Toolmaker (Starship Launch Hardware) to build and improve mechanical systems at rocket launch facilities. You will work hands-on, interpreting blueprints with GD&T, collecting data via laser trackers, and guiding manufacturing steps from concept to completion.

Ideal candidates have experience in metrology, data analysis, and the use of Verisurf X, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-stakes environment and travel to sites as needed.