Integration Technician (Falcon 9)

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

301d • $22 - $38

About The Position

The Integration Technician is responsible for the assembly, integration and build of flight hardware. The task requires both avionics and mechanical integration skills along with pneumatic and avionics checkout activity. In short, it's the final integration of the first and second stage of the Falcon 9 rocket, which was designed from the outset to deliver humans into space.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with propulsion, avionics, or automotive hardware installation OR a certificate from an accredited trade school/program

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high-volume operating environment preferred
• A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments
• Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment is a plus
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines
• Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Responsibilities

• Stage, set up, assemble, test and install flight hardware
• Use precision calibrated tools - torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
• Hands on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies
• Read and interpret blue prints
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Use various mechanical tools without instruction
• Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document activities
• Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Perform hydro and pneumatic testing

Benefits

• Pay range: Integration Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour
• Integration Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
• Integration Technician/Level 3: $30.00 - $38.00/hour
• Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED