Starship Propulsion Assembly Technician

Starlink; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an Assembly Technician (Starship) to build and test high-precision components for Starship and Super Heavy. You will laser weld, assemble, and pressure-test large parts, working with engineers to ensure quality and safety on the floor.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in fabrication or manufacturing, basic welding preparation skills, and the ability to lift 30 lbs, with a focus on detail and teamwork in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of fabrication/manufacturing/assembly/testing experience.
• Experience in weld preparation.
• A&P license preferred.
• Lean manufacturing (5S) knowledge.
• High attention to detail to ensure safety and accuracy of testing procedures.
• Experience with pressure/temperature/flow measurement devices and mechanical/pneumatic systems.
• 3+ years of aerospace component testing experience.
• Strong mathematical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience communicating (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams at all levels.
• Experience working autonomously or as part of a team to achieve production goals.
• High pressure testing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality components for Starship and Super Heavy using laser welding and assembly and pressure testing.
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership to maintain reliable component delivery rates.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and neat work area; suggest improvements to tools, equipment, training, and processes to reduce hazards.
• Set a standard for an efficient technician team and adhere to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Troubleshoot failure modes and work with engineering to improve reliability and manufacturability.
• Grow skillset across products and train peers in a fast-growing environment.

Skills

Weld preparation

Lean manufacturing (5S)

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication with engineering

Autonomous work

High pressure testing knowledge

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an Assembly Technician (Starship) to build and test high-precision components for Starship and Super Heavy. You will laser weld, assemble, and pressure-test large parts, working with engineers to ensure quality and safety on the floor.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in fabrication or manufacturing, basic welding preparation skills, and the ability to lift 30 lbs, with a focus on detail and teamwork in a fast-paced aerospace environment.