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. LEAD STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN – FALCON STRUCTURES RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assign and prioritize work based on production schedule.
  • Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications.
  • Schedule risk identification and mitigation.
  • Coordinate support organization efforts to minimize production interruptions.
• Enforce area standards and run rules.
• Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement.
  • Personnel training and development.
  • Develop and implement efficiency improvement projects.
  • Root cause analysis and the implementation of corresponding corrective action plans.
  • Maintain area metrics
  • Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory.
• Document non-conformances and associated rework
  • Work to quickly return non-conforming product back into normal workflow
• Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner.
• Assist with transitioning product from engineering development and initial production to full rate production.
• Assist with the development of production processes for first time production runs.
• Modification, repair, assembly, and installation of the rocket and spacecraft.
• Use tooling holes, pilot holes, or by hand (as required), per drawing or tooling instructions.
• Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor.
• Set countersinking tools to proper depth as required.
• Disassemble parts and deburr holes using chip chasers, deburring tools, and files to prepare for installation of fasteners.
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment.
• Make basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Operate computing equipment.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have high school diploma or GED.

• Experience leading a team of at least 5 people within a manufacturing production environment.

 PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree.
• Experience preferred in fast-paced production environment with flight quality hardware.
• Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company. 
• High-volume manufacturing experience.
• Drill, ream, hone and/or countersink straight and close tolerance holes.
• Use 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.

 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work off-shift with minimal notice.
• Must be able to travel to different sites, as needed. Up to 5% travel.
• Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed.
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted.

 ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant 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 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.