Launch Pad Technician (Starship)

SpaceX • Brownsville, TX

16h

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a Launch Pad Technician to support Starship launch-site systems. The technician fabricates and installs fluid-system components from schematics and engineering drawings, troubleshoots fluid and mechanical systems during activation, operates heavy equipment, and integrates structural members. The role involves hands-on work with both large assemblies and small, fragile hardware, in coordination with technicians and engineers to build systems to a high standard of quality. The position also contributes to improving operations and work processes and may include other related duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 1 year of professional experience using power tools.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions.
• Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed.
• Ability to work safely at heights up to 500 feet, in confined spaces, using an air-purifying respirator, and while operating heavy equipment and machinery.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, potentially confirmed through a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical.
• Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility 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

• Associate degree in aerospace technology or an equivalent area of study.
• Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting complex fluid and mechanical systems.
• Experience maintaining an aerospace propulsion test stand.
• Military aviation experience as a propulsion or airframe technician.
• Experience with overhead or complex rigging.
• Experience with electrical or controls-related systems.
• Experience with cryogenic systems.
• Experience with orbital or structural welding.
• Machining and metal fabrication experience.
• Experience with calibrated torque wrenches and other advanced torque equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with mechanical repairs and troubleshooting.
• Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic system fabrication.
• SpaceTEC certification.
• Experience with engine and transmission rebuilds.
• Familiarity with calibrated measuring instruments.
• Experience using heavy equipment, including overhead cranes, forklifts, and manlifts.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Experience with car, truck, and heavy industrial preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install fluid-system components from schematics or engineering drawings, including valves, filters, instrumentation devices, regulators, actuators, and ¼-inch to 2-inch tubing.
• Troubleshoot operational issues found during activation of fluid and mechanical systems.
• Operate heavy machinery, including forklifts and aerial platforms.
• Work with technicians and engineers to build systems to a high level of quality in support of launch operations.
• Perform hands-on work with large and small, fragile assemblies.
• Perform structural-member bolt-up and integration.
• Continuously seek to improve operations, reduce turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with others.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment.

What This Job Offers

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