Instrument Fitter

SpaceX • Starbase, TX, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instrument Fitter is responsible for building, installing, and troubleshooting fluid systems in support of the Starship production facility. The role also contributes to the design process by providing engineers with feedback on how systems and resources will be operated and maintained. The position is based in Brownsville, Texas, with travel to other SpaceX facilities for extended periods potentially required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 3 years of experience using mechanical and/or electronics hand tools.
• At least 3 years of experience with pipe fitting and fabrication.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds unassisted.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%; extended work periods at other SpaceX facilities may be required.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Availability to work overtime, weekends, and rotating shifts as needed based on site operational needs; flexibility is required.
• Must meet applicable U.S. government export-control requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting complex fluid and mechanical systems.
• Experience maintaining a propulsion test stand in the aerospace industry.
• Experience with orbital or structural welding.
• Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic system fabrication.
• Professional experience with calibrated measuring instruments.
• Experience using heavy equipment, including overhead cranes, forklifts, and manlifts.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid system components from schematics or engineering drawings, including stainless steel or aluminum piping, ball and check valves, pressure regulators, and sensors or gauges.
• Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets, manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches.
• Adjust, repair, or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test equipment, and integration equipment.
• Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors.
• Complete necessary wiring for electrical ground support equipment used in ground systems.
• Perform high-pressure liquid and pneumatic testing.
• Troubleshoot and repair high-urgency operational issues found during fluid-system activation or production use.
• Provide engineers with feedback on system operation and maintenance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED