mid operations Facility Technician ic 1+ yrs
$45,760 – $49,920
USD per year
Skills
C R

About this role

SpaceX is hiring a mid-level Facility Technician in the operations function based in Hawthorne, CA. The posting calls out experience with C, R and roughly 1+ years of relevant work. Compensation is listed at $45,760–$49,920 per year.

Role
Facility Technician
Function
operations
Level
mid
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Work mode
On-site
Experience
1+ years
Department
Starship Components Machining
AI Summary
Assembly machinist deburring and finishing machined valve components for Starship. Interprets technical drawings, operates deburring equipment, polishes surfaces, and inspects parts to specification. Requires high school diploma and 1+ years factory/production experience or machining certification.

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Job description

from SpaceX careers

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.

ASSEMBLY MACHINIST, DEBURR (STARSHIP)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5-2009 standard to maintain part specifications
  • Deburr and process machined valve components in post machining
  • Chase machine cut threads to size if necessary
  • Polish tight tolerance surface finishes and inspect with profilometer
  • Wash parts that have gone through deburr process and passivate using citric passivation process when required
  • Assist with material inventory and prep for machining processes
  • Operate a mass finishing barrel tumbler using given recipes for specific parts and materials
  • Meet expectations for productivity and production goals
  • Maintain a clean and efficient work environment
  • Constantly keep products moving and alert management when production is inhibited
  • Provide continuous ideas for process improvements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of professional work experience in a factory/production environment; or the completion of a machining certification

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 2+ years of deburr experience using various deburr techniques using manual and automated equipment
  • Experience working in a machine shop
  • Experience with basic blueprint reading
  • Knowledge of CNC machining
  • Experience using various measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, and borescopes

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to work one of the following shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed:
    1st shift start time is 5:00 AM
    2nd shift start time is 3:00 PM
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted, repetitive movement, bending or twisting, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls, exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting, exposure to typical shop chemicals (coolant, solvents, cleaners) are generally required to perform the functions of this position

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Level 1: $22.00 - $24.00/hour
Level 2: $24.00 - $27.00/hour
Level 3: $26.50 - $30.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be 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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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