Space Suit Sewer

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Long-term incentives

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Space Suit Sewer to sew space suits and crew gear on industrial sewing machines for crewed missions. The role focuses on producing comfortable, functional suits with innovative designs that meet aerospace standards.

Responsibilities include assembling crew equipment, maintaining sewing equipment, and ensuring high-quality fabric bonding and seams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. On-site work in Hawthorne, CA with potential long hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 5+ years of professional sewing experience in industrial apparel manufacturing, aerospace soft goods, or theater/costume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Sew space suits from cut pieces and other flight soft goods to completion on industrial sewing machines.
• Assemble crew equipment and other parts for crewed flight.
• Maintain and adjust machine settings for optimal sewing quality.

Skills

Sewing

Industrial sewing

Technical fabrics

Bonding methods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

Space Suit Sewer

As a space suit sewer at SpaceX, you will contribute to history by creating space suits for our future missions. You will create space suits and crew equipment that are designed with three main goals: to be comfortable, functional and have an innovative design.

Responsibilities

• Sew space suits from cut pieces and other flight soft goods to completion on industrial sewing machines
• Assemble crew equipment and other parts for crewed flight
• Maintain and adjust machine settings for optimal sewing quality

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 5+ years of professional sewing experience in industrial apparel manufacturing, aerospace soft goods, or theater/costume manufacturing

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working with technical fabrics and various types of bonding methodologies
• Experience in seam sealing using an industrial hot air sealing machine
• Experience in working to aerospace manufacturing specifications and quality standards

Additional Requirements

• Able to stand for extended periods and work with a variety of chemicals
• Able to bend, kneel, balance, climb, stoop and crouch on a regular basis to adjust settings on machinery and move materials and tools as needed
• Able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Compensation and Benefits

Pay range:

• Level I: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00/per year
• Level II: $88,000.00 - $105,000.00/per year

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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.
• You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.

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 .

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX 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.

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