Launch Operations Technician (Starship) - Night Shift
SpaceX · Starbase, TX · Starship Launch and Test Ops Technicians
About this role
SpaceX is hiring a mid-level Facility Technician in the operations function based in Starbase, TX.
- Role
- Facility Technician
- Function
- operations
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Starbase, TX
- Department
- Starship Launch and Test Ops Technicians
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Job description
from SpaceX careersSpaceX 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.
LAUNCH OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP) – NIGHT SHIFT
The launch operations technician is responsible for the integration of all secondary structure, avionics, and stage propulsion components and systems into the vehicle’s primary structure. The task requires both avionics and mechanical integration skills, along with pneumatic and avionics checkout activity.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Stage, set up, assemble, test, and install flight hardware
- Use precision-calibrated tools
- Provide hands-on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies
- Oversee heavy rigging for large assemblies
- Operate personnel platforms (boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
- Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
- Use various mechanical tools without prior instruction
- Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document integration processes
- Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
- Perform fluids and pneumatic testing
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of professional propulsion, mechanical, automotive, electrical, or avionics hardware installation experience (experience from a 2+ year technical college program counts)