Starship Laser Tracker Toolmaker | Metrology & Assembly

Future Ventures; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Laser Tracker Toolmaker to support Starship manufacturing and testing. You will work on mechanical systems and tooling, interpreting GD&T, collecting data with laser trackers, and guiding tooling operations across assembly stages.

The role emphasizes metrology software experience, strong problem solving, and collaboration with engineers, machinists and fabricators in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Requires GD&T knowledge and 3D measurement experience.
• Experience with laser trackers or similar metrology equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• Strong communication and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Interpret GD&T from blueprints across assembly levels.
• Collect geometric data with laser tracker and Verisurf software.
• Establish and apply reference systems on parts and assemblies.
• Analyze data to guide remaining tooling operations.
• Integrate process monitoring with fabrication and welding.
• Communicate findings to fabricators, engineers and teams.
• Maintain safe operations while upholding SpaceX quality standards.
• Keep work environment orderly for team efficiency.

Skills

GD&T proficiency

Laser trackers

3D measurement experience

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate degree in applied science

Tools

Verisurf

Leica laser trackers

CMM

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Laser Tracker Toolmaker to support Starship manufacturing and testing. You will work on mechanical systems and tooling, interpreting GD&T, collecting data with laser trackers, and guiding tooling operations across assembly stages.

The role emphasizes metrology software experience, strong problem solving, and collaboration with engineers, machinists and fabricators in a dynamic environment.