Integration Technician, Mission Management (1st Shift)

Integration Technician, Mission Management (1st Shift)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

Responsibilities:

Provide daily support to the payload integration technician team working on customer payload integration

Join a highly skilled team of technicians to integrate and launch customer payloads with world class customer service

Navigate through hardware receiving, checkouts, processing of SpaceX flight hardware and ground support equipment, as well as integration of commercial/government spacecraft

Work with a team engineers and technicians to ensure systems and mechanical equipment is built safely and reliably to support the successful launch of high value satellites and critical government assets to orbit or beyond

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of experience working in the aviation or aerospace industry in a technical, hands-on capacity

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Experience with one or more of the following: launch vehicle/spacecraft integration, operations in 100,000 class or better clean rooms, test operations with gases/fluids, and/or data acquisition setup and field measurements

Experience in written and oral communication with meticulous attention to detail and an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and adherence to corporate policies and standards

Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere

Experience reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Experience working in a clean room environment

Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance

Ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to work with a wide range of people across multiple organizations, including mission management, customers, and vendors

5+ years of experience as a technician in a mechanical capacity

Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns

Experience operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity

Additional Requirements:

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenburg

Must be willing to travel to other launch sites or customer facilities – up to 15%

Must be willing to work overtime to support launch and critical project timelines, flexibility required

Ability to work at elevated heights or on ladders – up to 100 ft.

Ability to perform the following functions: standing, lifting, pushing, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.)

Willing to work in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Willing to work in a clean room with hair, face, and shoe covers

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay range: Integration Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $29.75/hour Integration Technician/Level 2: $28.50 - $35.75/hour Integration Technician/Level 3: $34.00 - $41.75/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 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.