Launch Operations Specialist
2 weeks ago
SpaceX is seeking a highly skilled Launch Operations Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our launch operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and successful launch of our spacecraft.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as the primary ground controller during launch pad preparations, overseeing the setup and testing of various launch pad systems.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues with launch pad components to ensure they are suitable for launch.
- Collaborate with engineers to improve processes, procedures, and automation to enhance launch pad operations.
- Develop and maintain high-quality training plans for launch operations, control systems, and automation.
- Ensure launch pad operations are on schedule, all testing and verifications have been completed, and outstanding issues have been resolved.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3+ years of professional experience in building, operating, or testing high-pressure systems.
- 3+ years of experience with a hands-on role within a launch pad environment.
- 1+ years of experience working on a launch pad and familiarity with support systems, including high-pressure gas, cryogenics, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
- Computer literacy with an understanding of the Microsoft suite, automation tools, and ERP administration.
- Demonstrated history of strong mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals and reports.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics.
- Intuitive understanding of instrumentation and control components.
- Ability to pass an Air Force background check for Vandenberg.
- Ability to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
- Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required for this position.
- Ability to work at elevated heights.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
- Occasionally exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments.
Pay range: $33.00 - $52.75/hour. Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on 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 and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.
You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and 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 U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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.
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