Structures Technician (Dragon)

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN (DRAGON)

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Modification repair assembly and installation of the rocket and spacecraft.
• Use tooling holes pilot holesor by hand (as required) per drawing or tooling instructions.
• Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling / hand clamps.
• Check for good edge margins and alignment.
• 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.
• 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.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner.
• 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.
• 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).
• Check work after completion of each operation in job and / or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :

Pay range :

Structures Technician / Level 1 : $23.00 - $27.00 / hour

Structures Technician / Level 2 : $26.00 - $32.50 / hour

Structures Technician / Level 3 : $31.00 - $38.00 / 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 :

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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application / interview process should reach out to .

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Aeronautical,Healthcare Attorney,Fitness,General Services,Account Management,Export Documentation

Employment Type : Hourly

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 31 - 38