Structures Technician

4 weeks ago

Hawthorne, California, United States SpaceX Full time
Job Summary:

As a Structures Technician at SpaceX, you will play a critical role in the fabrication and assembly of rocket and spacecraft components. This is a challenging and rewarding position that requires attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

* Modify, repair, assemble, and install rocket and spacecraft components and subcomponents
* Use tooling holes, pilot holes, or by hand (as required), per drawing or tooling instructions
* Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling/hand clamps
* Install fasteners in correct sequence per drawing, using correct tools (e.g., rivet gun and bucking bar, drill motor, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner)
* Shim and/or trim parts as required
* Select drill bits, reamers and/or countersinking tools for pilot and full-size holes
* Locate, drill pilot holes using drill motor and proper size drill bit(s)
* Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor
* Deburr panels per drawing, using proper tools (e.g., deburr knife, rotary tools and orbital sander)
* Set countersinking tools to proper depth as required
* Disassemble parts and deburr holes using chip chasers, deburring tools, and files to prepare for installation of fasteners
* Use solvents to clean surfaces prior to sealing or assembly
* Apply sealant, Alodine, primer, adhesives, special finishes
* Load and unload ovens to bond detail parts to assemblies
* Determine and obtain correct type and size fasteners
* Cold work holes to prepare for close tolerance fastener installation
* Install bushings into housings using arbor press and/or hydraulic puller
* Apply liquid nitrogen to facilitate installation of bushings
* Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing
* Self-check work after completion using QA instruments to ensure it is complete per drawing
* Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner

Requirements:

* High school diploma or equivalency certificate
* 1+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, maintenance, material handling, and/or installation; OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, and/or electronics

Preferred Qualifications:

* 2+ years of professional structural assembly experience
* A&P license
* Experience drilling, reaming, honing and/or countersinking straight and close tolerance holes
* Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company
* Experience using various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, floor-mounted power tools and precision measuring tools
* Capable of visualizing a three-dimensional shape from a two-dimensional view and understanding symbols, flag notes, and general notes
* Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fractions)
* Experience making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions
* Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications

Additional Requirements:

* Must be willing to work all shifts, additional overtime, and weekends as needed
* Must be able to work the following shift: 2nd shift (Monday - Friday: 4:00pm-3:30am)
* Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
* Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Compensation and Benefits:

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.

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