Structures Technician F9

spacex; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is at the forefront of space exploration! As a Structures Technician, you'll play a crucial role in modifying and assembling rocket and spacecraft components. Your expertise in structural assembly and proficiency with various tools will ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. This position offers the chance to work on groundbreaking technologies that aim to make human life on Mars a reality. If you're passionate about aerospace and ready to take on exciting challenges, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of a team that values innovation and excellence in every project!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of structural assembly experience required.
• Experience with hand and power tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modification, repair, and installation of rocket and spacecraft components.
• Self-check work using QA instruments to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Structural Assembly

Drilling and Reaming

Use of Hand Tools

Hazardous Material Handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rivet Gun

Drill Motor

Power Screwdriver

Precision Measuring Tools

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.

STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN – F9

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Modification, repair, assembly, and installation of the rocket and spacecraft
2. Drill, ream, countersink holes in proper sequence and to correct size using hand and self-feed drill motors
3. Apply sealant, alodine, primer, adhesives and other special finishes
4. Install fasteners in proper sequence per drawing, using correct tools (e.g., rivet gun and bucking bar, drill motor, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner)
5. Self-check work after completion using QA instruments to ensure it is complete per drawing
6. Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or GED
2. Minimum of 2 years of structural assembly experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company is a plus
2. High-volume manufacturing experience is a plus
3. Experience with drilling, reaming, hone and countersinking straight and close tolerance holes
4. Experience using various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, floor-mounted power tools and precision measuring tools on structures materials
5. Ability to perform work assignments according to written work instructions

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
2. Must be willing to travel. Up to 5%
3. Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
4. Must be willing to work 1st Shift (5:00am-3:30pm) or 2nd Shift (3:30pm-2:00am)
5. Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

1. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

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