Starship Fluid Systems Technician

Starlink; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Instrument Fitter (Starship) to build, install and troubleshoot fluid systems in the Starship production facility in Brownsville, TX. The role involves feedback to engineers on operation and maintenance of resources.

You will fabricate stainless steel piping, install sensors, perform high-pressure testing, and support activation and production usage of fluid systems. Must travel up to 25% and lift 25 lbs, with ITAR compliance expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years using mechanical and/or electronics hand tools.
• 3+ years experience with pipe fitting and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from schematics or drawings (piping, valves, regulators, sensors).
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets, drawings and blueprints.
• Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware and test equipment.

Skills

Rocket launch experience

Troubleshooting complex systems

Propulsion test stand experience

Orbital welding

Pneumatic/hydraulic fabrication

Calibrated measuring instruments

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Instrument Fitter (Starship) to build, install and troubleshoot fluid systems in the Starship production facility in Brownsville, TX. The role involves feedback to engineers on operation and maintenance of resources.

You will fabricate stainless steel piping, install sensors, perform high-pressure testing, and support activation and production usage of fluid systems. Must travel up to 25% and lift 25 lbs, with ITAR compliance expected.