Launch-Ready Payload Integration Tech (Multiple Shifts)

SpaceX; Vandenberg SFB (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in California is seeking an Integration Technician (Payloads) to join a multi-shift team supporting Starlink payload integration and launch campaigns. You will work with engineers and technicians to assemble, test, and prepare flight hardware for integration, ensuring safety and reliability in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role requires hands-on experience or a related trade certificate, plus the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency (required).
• 2+ years hands-on experience in assembly, test, maintenance, repair or installation, or related trade program certificate.
• Ability to pass background checks and obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support to payload integration technician team for Starlink and customer payloads.
• Assist with hardware receiving, checkouts, processing, and integration of satellites and spacecraft.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure safe, reliable systems and equipment for launches.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Tools handling

ESD environment

Forklifts/cranes

Heavy equipment

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in aerospace technology

Trade program certificate

Airframe & Powerplant License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SpaceX in California is seeking an Integration Technician (Payloads) to join a multi-shift team supporting Starlink payload integration and launch campaigns. You will work with engineers and technicians to assemble, test, and prepare flight hardware for integration, ensuring safety and reliability in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role requires hands-on experience or a related trade certificate, plus the ability to obtain a security clearance.