Starship Fluid Systems 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

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.