Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
- Education
- High school
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Joblaze summary
The Avionics Wire Harness Technician at SpaceX is responsible for fabricating and assembling wire harnesses and electro-mechanical assemblies, ensuring high quality and reliability. This role requires proficiency with mechanical and electronic tools, as well as the ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics. Ideal candidates have experience in aerospace or similar high-reliability environments and possess strong teamwork skills. The position is part of a dynamic team focused on advancing technologies for space exploration.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from SpaceX's career page.
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Quick facts
- Is the Avionics Wire Harness Technician (Starship) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 1 year of relevant experience for this Avionics Wire Harness Technician (Starship) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Starbase, TX.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: wire harness, mechanical tools, electronic hand tools, MS Office, precision measuring instruments, Aerospace.
- Does SpaceX sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Avionics Wire Harness Technician (Starship) role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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.
AVIONICS WIRE HARNESS TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Fabricate, assemble, and integrate high quality, high reliability wire harness and electro-mechanical assemblies
- Read, interpret and work from drawings as well as controlled documentation and processes:
- Cable harnesses including wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, and GD&T
- Assembly procedures and work instructions
- Schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list
- 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
- Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience using 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:
- Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed
- Ability to work at elevated heights.
- Some travelling will be necessary - 10%
- Ability to pass NASA-STD-8739.6B Section 5.7.6 vision and color requirements
- Stand: Up to 10 hours per day
- Sit: Up to 10 hours per day
- Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
- Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day
- Walk: Up to 3 hours per day
- Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day
- Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 3 hours per day
- Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day
- Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
- Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 30 minutes or less per day
- Candidate must be capable of safely working with high voltage and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description
- Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review
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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.