Join SpaceX as an Industrial Paint Technician to support the Starship launch hardware with a focus on industrial painting and corrosion control.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 14 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 14 hours ago
What you'll build
- Sand blast to acceptable industry standards
- Safely operate spray coating equipment
- Perform corrosion control on carbon steel/stainless steel
- Operate, clean and maintain all painting equipment
- Work with contractors daily to ensure standards are met
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of industrial painting experience
Nice to have
- 5+ years of industrial painting experience
- Experience with NACE, MSDS, and EPA regulation codes
- Understanding of heavy equipment safety standards
- Familiarity with paint processes and applications
- Self-motivated individual able to work independently or in a team
Practical constraints
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
- Ability to work Monday – Friday 6:00am – 4:30pm
- 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)
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Education
- High school
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, seniority, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Industrial Paint Technician at SpaceX is responsible for preparing and applying coatings to Starship launch hardware, ensuring high standards of quality and safety. Key skills include experience with industrial painting, corrosion control, and familiarity with safety regulations. This role is suited for individuals with at least one year of relevant experience, preferably with a background in industrial painting and heavy equipment safety. The position requires a self-motivated individual who can work independently or collaboratively, often in challenging outdoor environments.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 11, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 11, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Industrial Paint Technician (Starship Launch Hardware) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Cape Canaveral, FL, United States.
- How much experience is required?
- 1–5 years of relevant experience for this Industrial Paint Technician (Starship Launch Hardware) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Cape Canaveral, FL, United States.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Industrial Paint Technician (Starship Launch Hardware) 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.
INDUSTRIAL PAINT TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP LAUNCH HARDWARE)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sand blast to acceptable industry standards
- Safely operate spray coating equipment to industrial and commercial standards
- Safely operate air tools, pressure feed tanks, and airless pumps
- Brush and roll industrial and commercial coatings
- Perform corrosion control on carbon steel/ stainless steel using pneumatic air tools, needle guns, and scalers
- Safely operate aerial platforms, forklifts, and heavy equipment
- Operate, clean and maintain all painting equipment, including brush, roll, sprayers and electrostatic sprayers, pumps, etc.
- Work with contractors daily to ensure SpaceX standards are being met
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of industrial painting experience
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of industrial painting experience and corrosion control experience
- Experience with NACE, MSDS, and EPA regulation codes or industry standards
- Understanding of heavy equipment safety standards
- Familiarity with paint processes and applications
- Ability to follow detailed instructions
- Self-motivated individual able to work independently or in a team environment and willing to learn
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
- Ability to work the following shift:
- Monday – Friday 6:00am – 4:30pm
- 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:
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