Join SpaceX as a Fabrication Technician to support ground equipment for rocket launches in a dynamic aerospace environment.
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What you'll build
- Provide technician ground support equipment support
- Fabricate tubing based on drawings & CAD models
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment
- Collaborate with design engineers
- Build and maintain GSE, LOX/fuel farms
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years of professional hands-on experience with pressurized, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems
Nice to have
- Experience in the aerospace industry
- Mechanical aptitude and experience
- Knowledge of vacuum, hydraulic and pump systems
- Experience with precision tube bending
- Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical schematics
Practical constraints
- Ability to work Monday – Friday 5:00am – 3:30pm or 5:00pm – 3:30am
- Ability to work nights & weekends when needed
- Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
- Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 100 feet)
- Travel to other sites may be required, up to 15% of the time
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- High school
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Fabrication Technician for Panel Systems at SpaceX is responsible for building, installing, and maintaining ground support equipment, including high-pressure systems and pumps. This role requires expertise in pneumatic and hydraulic systems, along with a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in the aerospace sector. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of hands-on experience and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems. The position involves collaboration with design engineers and adherence to strict safety and quality standards.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today on Joblaze — tracked directly from SpaceX's career page.
- SpaceX has 2486 other open roles including Commercial Counsel, Commercial Counsel, Construction Project Engineer (MEP).
Quick facts
- Is the Fabrication Technician (Panel Systems) - Multiple Shifts - Level 4/5 role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Cape Canaveral, FL, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Fabrication Technician (Panel Systems) - Multiple Shifts - Level 4/5 role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Cape Canaveral, FL, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Fabrication Technician (Panel Systems) - Multiple Shifts - Level 4/5 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.
FABRICATION TECHNICIAN (PANELS SYSTEM) - MULTIPLE SHIFTS - LEVEL 4/5
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide technician ground support equipment (GSE) support, which involves building, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, and plumbing related to the liquid oxygen (LOX) pad, fuel pad, and other aspects of the site facilities
- Fabricate tubing based on drawings & CAD models
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed
- Operate and maintain hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary equipment, including pneumatic components
- Fabricate and repair GSE, hardware, and equipment
- Collaborate with design engineers to develop and document ground support equipment activities
- Ensure all materials are clean and inspected according to Clean for Oxygen Service Standards
- Build and maintain GSE, LOX/fuel farms, and associated systems/equipment
- Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
- Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, etc.
- Develop ways to streamline processes and increase the reliability of testing operations
- Perform a variety of related duties in support of vehicle, launch pad, and development programs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years of professional hands-on experience with pressurized, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in the aerospace industry, military or other high-reliability operating environment
- Experience in ground support equipment in an aerospace industry
- Mechanical aptitude and experience (work with machines and general tooling)
- Formalized mechanical training, skilled in hand and power tool usage
- A demonstrated experience where quick-thinking and problem solving plays a critical role
- Knowledge of vacuum, hydraulic and pump systems
- Knowledge of all types of borescope inspection equipment
- Knowledge of different fittings such as NPT and A/N
- Ability to utilize power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
- Experience with precision tube bending
- Experience with precision measuring instruments
- Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical schematics as well as piping and instrumentation diagrams
- Knowledge of hazardous systems – cryogenic, flammable, hypergolic, pyrophoric
- Knowledge of high-pressure system design and handling
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
- Ability to work the following shift:
- Monday – Friday 5:00am – 3:30pm
- Monday – Friday 5:00pm – 3:30am
- Ability to work nights & weekends when needed to meet critical launch milestones
- Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
- Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand
- Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 100 feet)
- Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Travel to other sites may be required, up to 15% of the time
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.