Propulsion Technician (Raptor Avionics)

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

1d•$23 - $38

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking a Propulsion Technician focused on Raptor avionics to fabricate, assemble, and test flight hardware. The role uses precision manufacturing methods to produce electromechanical and harnessing hardware, performs acceptance testing, documents work and test results, and supports new production processes and continuous improvement. The technician works with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot issues and enable high-volume production. The position requires working all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated first-shift hours are 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Physical requirements include standing for long periods, climbing ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching, as well as lifting up to 25 pounds. The ability to distinguish colors is required.

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 in manufacturing or assembly, or completion of a relevant trade school.
Ability to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
Ability to stand for long periods and perform the listed physical activities, including climbing ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to distinguish colors; vision testing is required.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience fabricating harnesses, soldering, assembling electromechanical hardware, or developing prototypes in a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to adapt to frequently changing work assignments.
Excellent attention to detail, efficiency, and accuracy.
Production experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or a 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.
Effective verbal and written communication 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.
Record completed work in the shop floor management system (ERP).
Perform flight-hardware acceptance (ATP) testing, including thermal cycling, high-pressure proof testing, hi-pot testing, and electronic functional testing, and document results clearly and completely.
Provide feedback to support new production and process introduction (NPI).
Assist with efficiency, quality, and safety projects within the work area.
Assemble and fit up fluid-system subassemblies, including 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.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
Up to 3 weeks of accrued paid vacation.
10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy.