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.
STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN – TEMPORARY POSITION
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Modification, repair, assembly, and installation of complex
structural parts on the F9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft.
- Drill, ream, countersink full-size holes in parts/assemblies, in
proper sequence and to correct size using a drill motor.
- Apply sealant, alodine, primer, adhesives and other
special finishes.
- 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.
- Cold work holes to prepare for close tolerance
fastener installation.
- Install bushings into housings using an arbor press and/or
hydraulic puller.
- Install 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).
- Self-check work after completion using QA instruments to ensure it
is complete per drawing.
- Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner.
POSITION DETAILS:
This is a TEMPORARY position with SpaceX, for the length of time as
stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs
dictate.
- LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 Months
- LOCATION: Hawthorne
- SHIFT: 1st or Split Shift Night
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 2 years of structural assembly experience.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings,
blueprints, and specifications.
- Experience with drilling, reaming, honing and countersinking
straight and close tolerance holes.
- Experience using various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power
tools, floor-mounted power tools and precision measuring tools on
structures materials.
- Experience gained through the military or within an aviation
manufacturing company.
- High-volume manufacturing experience is a plus.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be open to working all shift hours, overtime, and weekends
as needed.
- Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
- Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting,
bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are
generally required to perform the functions of this position.
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.