BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of hands on experience with mechanical/structural/fluid/electrical systems
- 2+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate degree
- Experience in research and development or other fast-paced technical environment
- Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules
- Proven ability to rapidly change roles, responsibilities, and learn new skills while working in a high-paced and challenging work environment
- Experience with component and system level troubleshooting skills and the ability to logically solve instrumentation system problems and determine corrective action
- Experience with evaluation and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical and/or structural systems
- Experience with thermal vacuum, vibration and shock test equipment
- Basic understanding of mechanical GD&T requirements and/or electrical schematics
- Experience with electrical tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, soldering irons, crimpers, strippers, etc.)
- Familiarity with harness build and termination techniques for use in extreme environments
- Experience building and activating data and control systems
- Experience with analog and digital instrumentation (load cells, pressure transducers, strain gauges, RTDs, TCs, encoders, deflection gages, LVDTs, accelerometers, IMUs)
- Knowledge/experience with high voltage systems (AC and DC)
- Comfortable and familiar with operating fabrication equipment (mill, lathe, drill press)
- Experience handling cryogenic fluids
- Experience with test operations procedures including hydraulic load control, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, writing or modifying automation, and configuration software systems and safe handling of flight part
- Proficient with standard computer software (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook) and some experience with CAD software (NX, TeamCenter) and programming (Python, C++)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
- Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position
- Willing to work weekends and overtime hours as necessary; flexibility required
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Test Specialist Level 1: $32.00 - $40.00/hour
Test Specialist Level 2: $36.00 - $45.00/hour
Test Specialist Level 3: $40.00 - $50.00/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 SpaceX. 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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies.
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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.