Toolmaker

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spacex

Toolmaker

Cape Canaveral, FL
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.

    TOOLMAKER

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Build and maintain some of the most advanced structures and machines in the world
    • Determine methods and sequence of operations working from tool design drawings
    • Lay-out, fabricate, and assemble a variety of standard and non-standard major jigs, fixtures, tool masters, master tooling gauges and related tooling that involve compound angles and complex contours
    • Develop and design holding devices and jig and fixture details
    • Suggest changes in tooling design involving practicability, economy and process of manufacture to proper personnel
    • Make determinations regarding fabrication and design of detail parts such as fittings, stops, locating pins and mechanical operation of jigs, and submit them to proper personnel for approval 
    • Use complex tool design drawings and complex engineering blueprints with proficiency
    • Utilize model-based metrology and design software as applicable per design requirements
    • Operate various types of machine shop equipment (manual/CNC) to complete assignments as required

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

    • 2+ years of experience in precision mechanical construction
    • 2+ years of experience in tool design with model-based software
    • 1+ years of experience building jigs and other similar fixtures

    PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

    • Associate’s degree in a technical discipline
    • 5+ years of experience with model-based 3D metrology software with an understanding of how to create reference systems
    • Basic conventional machining skills (lathe & mill)
    • CNC machining skills
    • Portable machining skills (boring bars and milling)
    • Previous experience interpreting complex blueprints including the ability to identify and understand specifications, and thorough understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
    • Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite
    • Self-direction and capable of working with minimal supervision

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Ability to pass Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg Air Force Station background checks
    • Must be available to work all required shift hours and be available to work overtime, and weekends, as needed
    • Must be willing to travel to our launch sites in Florida, California and Texas

    ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

    • To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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 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.