Propulsion Technician (Raptor Avionics)

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

13h

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician to fabricate, assemble, test, and document flight hardware for Raptor avionics and fluid systems. The role uses precision manufacturing methods and requires monitoring work against production benchmarks, meeting delivery schedules, recording work in the shop floor management system, and contributing to new production processes and improvements. Technicians work with engineering and production teams to resolve manufacturing issues and support high-volume production.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 1 year of experience using mechanical hand tools or following work instructions.
At least 1 year of experience working in manufacturing or assembly, or completion of a relevant trade school.
Must be able to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
Must be able to stand for long periods and climb ladders, bend, grasp, sit, pull, push, stoop, and stretch.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to distinguish colors is required; vision testing applies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a fast-paced production environment, with hands-on experience fabricating harnesses, soldering, building electromechanical assemblies, or developing prototypes.
Ability to adapt to changing work assignments.
Prior production experience in the aerospace, defense, automotive, or similar industry.
Experience with high-pressure and/or high-voltage testing.
Knowledge of and experience with lean manufacturing (5S).
Experience with pressure, temperature, or flow measurement devices and mechanical or electrical systems.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Basic computer experience.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with engineering and production teams.
Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team to achieve production goals.
A&P license.

Responsibilities

Fabricate flight electromechanical and harnessing hardware using precision assembly, laser welding, wire bonding, epoxy bonding, soldering, and other methods.
Monitor work progress against area benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of work.
Record completed work in the shop floor management system (ERP).
Perform flight hardware acceptance (ATP) testing and document results, including thermal cycling, high-pressure proof, hi-pot, and electronic functional testing.
Provide feedback to support new production and process introduction (NPI).
Assist with efficiency, quality, and safety projects within the work area.
Perform daily precision manufacturing tasks and assemble and fit up fluid-system subassemblies.
Carry out precision alignment, braze joints, fastener torquing, soldering, avionics connector pin-out, wire routing and crimping, proof-pressure testing, and hi-pot electrical testing.
Work with engineering teams to troubleshoot production issues and drive continuous-improvement projects that enable high-volume production.

Benefits

Potential long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount.
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Other discounts and perks.
Up to three weeks of accrued paid vacation.
Ten or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy.