Integration Technician (Starship) - A&P

SpaceX • Brownsville, TX

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About The Position

The Integration Technician (Starship) is responsible for integrating secondary structure, avionics, and stage propulsion components and systems with the vehicle’s primary structure. The role requires avionics and mechanical integration skills, as well as pneumatic and avionics checkout activity. Work includes preparing, assembling, testing, and installing flight hardware; performing fluids and pneumatic testing; and completing integration activities safely and in accordance with procedures, specifications, and test instructions. The technician collaborates with production engineers to develop and document integration processes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 1 year of experience installing propulsion, mechanical, automotive, electrical, or avionics hardware, or completion of a trades program.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Ability to safely work at heights up to 500 feet, in confined spaces, using an air-purifying respirator, and operating heavy equipment and machinery.
• Ability to meet the listed physical demands and complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical, which may include a medical history review.
• Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license.
• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or another high-reliability operating environment.
• Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy transport equipment.
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines.
• Skill operating and manipulating machinery and hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Proficiency with computers and the ability to use MS Office.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Stage, set up, assemble, test, and install flight hardware.
• Use precision calibrated tools and work hands-on with large and small fragile assemblies.
• Perform heavy rigging for large assemblies and operate personnel platforms such as boom lifts and scissor lifts.
• 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 production services are performed on time, safely, and professionally.
• Perform fluids and pneumatic testing.

What This Job Offers

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