Fabrication Technician (Fluid Systems)

SpaceX•Cape Canaveral, FL

11h

About The Position

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. FABRICATION TECHNICIAN (FLUID SYSTEMS)

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of professional hands-on experience with pressurized, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems

Nice To Haves

Experience in the aerospace industry, military or other high-reliability operating environment
Experience in ground support equipment in an aerospace industry
Mechanical aptitude and experience (work with machines and general tooling)
Formalized mechanical training, skilled in hand and power tool usage
A demonstrated experience where quick-thinking and problem solving plays a critical role
Knowledge of vacuum, hydraulic and pump systems
Knowledge of all types of borescope inspection equipment
Knowledge of different fittings such as NPT and A/N
Ability to utilize power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
Experience with precision tube bending
Experience with precision measuring instruments
Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical schematics as well as piping and instrumentation diagrams
Knowledge of hazardous systems – cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, pyrophoric
Knowledge of high-pressure system design and handling
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
General physical fitness is required for some work areas, flight hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35lbs, unassisted
Ability to work at elevated heights up to 200ft
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed
Travel to other sites may be required

Responsibilities

Provide technician ground support equipment (GSE) support, which involves building, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, and plumbing related to the liquid oxygen (LOX) pad, fuel pad, and other aspects of the site facilities
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed
Operate and maintain hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary equipment, including pneumatic components
Fabricate and repair GSE, hardware, and equipment
Collaborate with design engineers to develop and document ground support equipment activities
Ensure all materials are clean and inspected according to Clean for Oxygen Service Standards
Build and maintain GSE, LOX/fuel farms, and associated systems/equipment
Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, etc.
Develop ways to streamline processes and increase the reliability of testing operations
Perform a variety of related duties in support of vehicle, launch pad, and development programs