Starship Fluids Systems Technician - High-Impact Builds

Starlink; Texas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Brownsville, TX is seeking a Fluids Systems Technician (Starship) Level 4/5 to build, install and troubleshoot fluid systems for the Starship production facility.

The role requires 5+ years of pipe fitting and fabrication experience, along with strong mechanical/electronics hand tools skills and the ability to read schematics and engineering drawings. This position involves travel up to 25% and lifting 25 lbs, with all shifts including overtime and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• 5+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools.
• 5+ years of experience with pipe fitting and fabrication.
• Experience reading and interpreting schematics, drawings, data sheets/manuals.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from a schematic or engineering drawing, including but not limited to: stainless steel/aluminum piping, ball/check valves, pressure regulators, sensors/gauges.
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets/manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches
• Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test, and integration equipment
• Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors
• Complete necessary wiring of the electrical ground support equipment for ground systems
• Perform high pressure liquid and pneumatic testing
• Troubleshoot and repair high-urgency operational issues found during activation or production usage of fluid systems

Skills

Hand tools

Pipe fitting

Fabrication

Machining

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certificate

Associate/Bachelor’s degree in aerospace technology or equivalent area of study

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Manlifts

Calibrated measuring instruments

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.

FLUIDS SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP) - LEVEL 4/5

The Fluids Systems technician is responsible for building, installing, and troubleshooting fluid systems in support of the Starship production facility. The task requires both pipe fitting and installation experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from a schematic or engineering drawing, including but not limited to:
• Stainless steel/aluminum piping
• Ball/check valves
• Pressure regulators
• Sensors/gauges
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets/manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches
• Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test, and integration equipment
• Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors
• Complete necessary wiring of the electrical ground support equipment for ground systems
• Perform high pressure liquid and pneumatic testing
• Troubleshoot and repair high-urgency operational issues found during activation or production usage of fluid systems

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate
• 5+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools
• 5+ years of experience with pipe fitting and fabrication

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate/Bachelor’s 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
• Familiarity with calibrated measuring instruments
• Experience using heavy equipment, including but not limited to, overhead cranes, forklifts and manlifts
• Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted
• Must be willing to travel up to 25%. Position is based in Brownsville, TX, however work at other SpaceX facilities for extended periods for similar work may be required
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

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.

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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].