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.
ELECTRICIAN (CAPE CANAVERAL)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Repair and replace defective parts in electrical fixtures
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic components
of machinery and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic
devices
- Perform preventative repair and maintenance of field, plant, and
shop electronic and electrical systems, devices, equipment and
components
- Install enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical
subsystems
- Perform work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams,
and schematics
- Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability
- Install electrical components to architectural and code
specifications
- Test wiring connections with test equipment like volt/ohmmeters, and
oscilloscopes
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of
ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience as an electrician
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with SpaceX electrical systems
- Able to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish
the assigned work
- Ability to test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various devices
- Ability to use a variety of electrician’s hand tools as well as
measuring and testing instruments
- Demonstrable knowledge and/or understanding of codes, rules,
regulations and standards of electrical equipment
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals and reports
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- 50 hour work weeks on average; schedule varies depending on site
operational needs and flexibility required regarding frequent
overtime
- Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling,
crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in
small openings, climbing hand over hand, lifting 35 lbs, and working
on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
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.