Avionics Wire Harness Technician

Job Title: Avionics Wire Harness Technician

SpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Avionics Wire Harness Technician to join our team. As an Avionics Wire Harness Technician, you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and integrating high-quality, high-reliability wire harness and electro-mechanical assemblies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabricate and assemble wire harnesses, including wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, and GD&T.
• Read and interpret drawings, as well as controlled documentation and processes.
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools.
• Perform electrical checkouts using custom setups combined with off-the-shelf equipment/components.
• Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document future processes.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronic hand tools.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience fabricating or inspecting wire harness and cable assemblies.
• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environment.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Able to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to pass NASA-STD-8739 Section 5.7.6 Vision and Color requirements.
• Willing to travel; position is based in Brownsville, TX, however work at other SpaceX facilities for similar work may be required.
• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay range: Avionics Wire Harness Technician/Level 1: $18.00/hour, Avionics Wire Harness Technician/Level 2: $23.00/hour, Avionics Wire Harness Technician/Level 3: $28.00/hour. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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