Structures Technician (Machining)

Responsibilities

• Modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket and spacecraft components and subcomponents
• Use tooling holes, pilot holes, or by hand (as required), per drawing or tooling instructions
• Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling/hand clamps
• 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)
• Shim and/or trim parts as required
• Select drill bits, reamers and/or countersinking tools for pilot and full-size holes
• Locate, drill pilot holes using drill motor and proper size drill bit(s)
• Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor
• Deburr panels per drawing, using proper tools (e.g., deburr knife, rotary tools and orbital sander)
• 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
• Use solvents to clean surfaces prior to sealing or assembly
• Apply sealant, Alodine, primer, adhesives, special finishes
• Load and unload ovens to bond detail parts to assemblies
• Determine and obtain correct type and size fasteners
• Cold work holes to prepare for close tolerance fastener installation
• Install bushings into housings using arbor press and/or hydraulic puller
• Apply liquid nitrogen to facilitate installation of bushings
• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing
• Self-check work after completion using QA instruments to ensure it is complete per drawing
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, maintenance, material handling, and/or installation; OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, and/or electronics

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of professional structural assembly experience
• A&P license
• Experience drilling, reaming, honing and/or countersinking straight and close tolerance holes
• Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company
• Experience using 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
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fractions)
• Experience making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work all shifts, additional overtime, and weekends as needed
• Must be able to work the following shift:
• 1st shift Monday - Friday: 5AM - 3:30PM
• 2nd shift Monday - Friday: 3:30PM - 2AM
• 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

Pay range

• Structures Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
• Structures Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
• Structures Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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.