Test Specialist - Multiple Shifts (Components) - Level 4/5

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

4d•$46 - $63

About The Position

SpaceX's Propulsion Components team is hiring a Test Specialist for its components test operations group. The group supports production of components and assemblies for the Falcon, Dragon, and Starship vehicles, and designs, builds, operates, and maintains custom test stands and fixtures for valves, regulators, and actuators that must function in extreme temperatures and pressures. Test Specialists contribute to test-facility design by advising engineers on independent operation and maintenance of resources. The role focuses on constructing, operating, and maintaining test facilities, supporting production testing, and communicating test data and results.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 5 years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
At least 5 years of experience with pressure testing.
Must be available for either the first shift starting at 8:00 AM or the second shift starting at 2:30 PM.
Must be available to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds unassisted.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree focused on physics, mathematics, or engineering.
Ability to read and understand electro-mechanical schematics.
Ability to read and understand plumbing and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
Ability to read mechanical assembly drawings and blueprints.
Ability to install and operate instrumentation such as strain gages, deflection gages, pressure transducers, load cells, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, and analog circuitry.
Ability to fabricate and repair electrical systems, including soldering, crimping, and connector assembly.
Ability to fabricate high-pressure plumbing systems, including tube flaring, tube bending, and cone-and-threading.
Ability to fabricate mechanical components and assemblies using milling, drilling, turning, and torqueing.
Knowledge or experience operating and maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic components, including valves, regulators, and accumulators.
Knowledge or experience operating basic machine-shop equipment, including sanders, grinders, saws, and benders.
Knowledge or experience with test operations procedures, including hydraulic load control, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, and safe handling of flight parts.
Knowledge or experience with high-pressure or cryogenic systems, gaseous and liquid.
Knowledge or experience with high-voltage AC and DC systems.
Knowledge or experience working with electrical components or systems.

Responsibilities

Assist in designing test fixtures, setups, and stands for production and development.
Independently fabricate or build instrumentation, including DAQ hardware and wire harnesses, as well as electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems independently.
Perform tests independently or with engineers according to test procedures and design requirements.
Summarize and distribute test data and preliminary results to interested parties.
Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures.
Understand task urgency and complete tasks on time.
Identify and implement process improvements.
Lead anomaly investigations and work toward resolution.
Provide production testing support when needed.
Assist in tracking and servicing critical calibrated instrumentation.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for 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, vision, and 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 paid vacation accrual.
10 or more paid holidays per year.
Paid sick leave pursuant to company policy.