Structures Technician (Falcon)

United States Digital Space LLC; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Structures Technician (Falcon) to modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket components across multiple shifts. Responsibilities include drilling, reaming, countersinking, deburring, and fastener installation per drawings, with emphasis on precision and safety in aerospace manufacturing.

The role requires experience with hand and power tools, reading blueprints, and basic arithmetic, with potential career growth within a high-volume aerospace

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Certificate from an accredited trade school program in A&P, manufacturing or electronics.

Responsibilities

• Modify, repair, assemble and install rocket parts per drawings and tooling.
• Use drills, reamers and countersinking tools for holes as required.
• Align parts and secure with clecos or clamps; deburr holes after operations.
• Install fasteners in correct sequence per drawings and use rivet gun and bucking bar.

Skills

Aviation manufacturing

High-volume manufacturing

Drilling & reaming

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measurement

Spatial visualization

Basic arithmetic

Layout on parts

Engineering drawings

Operating computers

Education

Trade school in A&P/manufacturing/electronics

Tools

Rivet gun

Bucking bar

Drill motor

Calipers

Job description

the company 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 the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN (FALCON) – MULTIPLE SHIFTSRESPONSIBILITIES:

• Modification, repair, assembly, and installation of the rocket and spacecraft

• Use tooling holes, pilot holes,or by hand (as required), per drawing or tooling instructions

• Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling/hand clamps

• Check for good edge margins and alignment

• Shim and/or trim parts as required

• Select drill bits, reamers and/or countersinking tools for pilot and full size holes

• Locate, drill pilot holes using drill motor and proper size drill bit(s)

• Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor

• Set countersinking tools to proper depth as required

• Disassemble parts and deburr holes using chip chasers, deburring tools, and files to prepare for installation of fasteners

• Use solvents to clean surfaces prior to sealing or assembly

• Apply sealant, alodine, primer, adhesives, special finishes

• Load and unload ovens to bond detail parts to assemblies

• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner

• Determine and obtain correct type and size fasteners

• Cold work holes to prepare for close tolerance fastener installation

• Install bushings into housings using arbor press and/or hydraulic puller

• Apply liquid nitrogen to facilitate installation of bushings

• Install fasteners in correct sequence per drawing, using correct tools (e.g., rivet gun and bucking bar, drill motor, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner)

• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 1+ years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, military, automotive, or construction OR certificate from an accredited trade school program in A&P, manufacturing, and/or electronics

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company

• High-volume manufacturing experience

• Experience drilling, reaming, honing and/or countersinking straight and close tolerance holes

• Experience using various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, floor-mounted power tools and precision measuring tools

• Capable of visualizing a three-dimensional shape from a two-dimensional view and understanding symbols, flag notes, and general notes

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fractions)

• Experience making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications

• Experience operating computing equipment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work the following shifts:

• Monday to Friday: 4:00AM - 1:30PM

• Monday to Friday: 2:00PM - 12:30AM

• Thursday to Sunday: 6:00AM - 6:00PM

• Saturday to Tuesday: 6:00AM - 6:00PM

• Must be willing to work additional overtime or weekend work as needed

• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Structures Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour Structures Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour Structures Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at the company. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

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.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company 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.

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