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.
AVIONICS TEST TECHNICIAN – HARDWARE TEST
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Self-monitor work progress against fast-paced area benchmarks and
achieve on time delivery of all work.
- Working with design engineers to develop and document
test procedures.
- Using a wide range of test equipment including establishing and
maintaining specialized test setups.
- Performing tests and recording test results.
- Working with design engineers to troubleshoot failures.
- Conducting tests at external specialist test houses.
- Programming and operating environmental test chambers.
- Record work performed on shop floor management system (ERP).
- Perform verifications of flight hardware and documenting results in
a clear, precise and complete manner.
- Assist with the development of production processes for first time
production runs.
- Assist with area efficiency and 5S improvement projects.
- Responsible for some preventative maintenance activities on test
equipment and data acquisition systems.
- Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to setup
test fixtures.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate's degree or higher required.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in test procedure development.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor of science in electronics engineering technology
degree preferred.
- Experience with thermal vacuum testing.
- Experience with vibration and shock testing.
- Some experience in space, aviation, military or other
high-reliability operating environments is highly desirable.
- Software skills- LabVIEW or Python desired.
- Capable of working with diverse electrical test equipment analog and
digital and RF.
- Strong team working skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work all shifts.
- Must be able to work 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 25 lbs. unassisted.
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.