Structures Technician (Starship)

- Modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket and spacecraft components and subcomponents

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

- Operate and utilize sheet metal manufacturing equipment such as CNCs, brake presses, and rollers

- Operate and utilize advanced manufacturing equipment such as robots, welders, and manufacturing software.

- Perform routine maintenance procedures for up keep on tooling and equipment as required

- Install mechanical 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)

- Facilitate and perform component and assemblies testing operations on rocket and spacecraft structures, components and subcomponents (Pressurized testing, cycle testing, fatigue testing, etc.)

- 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

- 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, lift and unload parts with use of cranes, forklifts, and custom tools

- 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

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

- 1+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, maintenance, material handling, and/or installation; OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, and/or electronics

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

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

- 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

- Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. 1st shift: (4:00 AM - 2:30 PM).

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

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

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.

Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.