Launch Pad Technician (Starship) - Night Shift

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Launch Pad Technician for the Starship program on the Night Shift. You will fabricate and install fluid system components, troubleshoot during activation, and support launches with vehicle roll-out and procedures.

The role requires reading schematics, operating heavy equipment, and collaborating with engineers to ensure top-quality systems for a multi-million dollar launch vehicle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 1+ year of professional experience using power tools.
• Associate degree in aerospace technology or equivalent preferred.
• Experience at rocket launch facility and supporting campaigns preferred.
• Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics and drawings.
• Experience with fluid and mechanical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from drawings.
• Install ball valves, check valves and pressure regulators.
• Troubleshoot issues during activation of fluid/mechanical systems.
• Operate forklifts and aerial platforms.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to ensure high-quality systems.
• Provide daily support to the launch fluids team.
• Assist during launches with vehicle roll out and procedures.
• Assist with post-launch refurbishments and modifications.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in aerospace technology or equivalent

Tools

Power tools operation

Heavy machinery operation

Microsoft Office

SpaceTEC certification

Job description

Launch Pad Technician (Starship) - Night Shift

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.

LAUNCH PAD TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP) - NIGHT SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from a schematic or engineering drawing, including but not limited to:
• Ball valves
• Check valves
• Pressure regulators
• Troubleshoot operational issues found during activation of fluid and mechanical systems
• Operate heavy machinery including forklifts and aerial platforms
• Work with a team of technician and engineers to ensure every system is built with the highest level of quality to support 100% successful launch of a multi-million dollar launch vehicle
• Provide daily support to the launch fluids team
• Assist other technicians during launches with vehicle roll out, launch procedures, and post launch securing
• Assist fluids technicians during post launch pad refurbishments and modifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of professional experience using power tools

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in aerospace technology or equivalent area of study
• 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
• Military aviation experience as a propulsion or airframe technician
• Experience with orbital or structural welding
• Machining and metal fabrication experience
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office ( Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with mechanical repairs and troubleshooting
• Experience with pneumatic/hydraulic system fabrication
• SpaceTEC certification
• Experience with engine and transmission rebuilds
• Familiarity with calibrated measuring instruments
• Experience using heavy equipment, including but not limited to, overhead cranes, forklifts and manlifts
• Commercial Driver’s license (CDL)
• Experience with car, truck and heavy industrial preventative maintenance
• Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Anticipated hours for this position are 5:00 PM to 3:30 AM
• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
• Flight hardware is typically built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
• Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Overhead reach: Up to 10 hours per day
• Walk: Up to 10 hours per day
• Lift/Carry: Up to ≤ 50 lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 10 hours per day
• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 10 hours per day
• Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 6 hours or greater per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review
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