BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience working in a fabrication, manufacturing/assembly, or testing role
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Trained in assembly or testing of propulsion, aviation or automotive hardware
- A&P license
- Lean manufacturing (5S) knowledge and experience
- High attention to detail in order to ensure safety and accuracy of testing procedures
- Experience with pressure/temperature/flow measurement devices and mechanical/electrical systems
- 3+ years of aerospace component testing experience
- Strong mathematical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Basic computer experience
- The ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production teams at all levels of the business
- The ability to work autonomously or as part of a team to achieve inspiring production goals
- High pressure testing knowledge
- High voltage testing knowledge
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed. Estimated shift time: 2nd shift: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Propulsion Technician/Level 1: $20.00 - $27.00/per hour
Propulsion Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/per hour
Propulsion Technician/Level 3: $30.00 - $38.00/per 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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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.
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.