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Rigger (Critical Movement Team) - 2nd Shift

Join SpaceX as a Rigger on the Critical Movement Team, ensuring safe handling of flight hardware on the 2nd shift.

Location
Hawthorne, CA, United States
Compensation
$23–$38/hr
Level
Not specified
Type
full time

Posted by employer 1 day ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 hours ago

Last verified on the company career page 2 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Safely rig and lift flight hardware into and from manufacturing machines
  • Rig flight hardware components for delivery from machine and workshops
  • Lift large tooling jigs and fixtures into position
  • Install tooling onto flight hardware barrel sections
  • Operate air bearing carts to move flight hardware

Must have

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of experience in rigging or operating a forklift
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted

Nice to have

  • Certified forklift operator
  • 2+ years of professional experience as a certified overhead crane operator
  • NCCCO rigger I/II qualifications/certifications
  • Valid driver’s license (class “B” or higher)

Practical constraints

  • Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
  • Monday - Friday, 3:30pm - 2:00am

Requirements

Experience
1–2 years
Education
High school
Visa
No sponsorship (stated in posting)

Not disclosed in this posting: seniority, work arrangement.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Equity/Stock Options Paid Holidays Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In this role, the rigger on the Critical Movement Team is responsible for safely rigging and lifting flight hardware and tooling jigs using various slings and forklifts. The position requires experience in rigging or operating forklifts, with a preference for candidates holding certifications in overhead crane operation and rigging. This role is suited for individuals with at least one year of relevant experience who can handle physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment. The team operates on a second shift, contributing to SpaceX's ambitious goals in aerospace manufacturing.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 21, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 21, 2026.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?
SpaceX lists $23–$38 for this role.
How much experience is required?
1–2 years of relevant experience for this Rigger (Critical Movement Team) - 2nd Shift role.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Rigger (Critical Movement Team) - 2nd Shift 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.

RIGGER (CRITICAL MOVEMENT TEAM) – 2nd SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Safely rig with round/flat slings and protectors, then lift flight hardware into and from manufacturing machines
  • Safely rig with flat/round slings flight hardware components for delivery from machine, non-destructive test and drilling workshops
  • Safely rig with flat/round slings and lift large tooling jigs and fixtures into position and onto flight hardware
  • Install tooling onto flight hardware barrel sections, safely rig with round slings, lift and breakover barrel sections from vertical to horizontal to load into circumferential stir welding machine
  • Safely rig with designed tooling and round slings to lift complete rocket stages from integration carts onto transportation trailer or dolly
  • Safely rig with round/flat slings flight hardware and lift using a 6-20k forklift
  • Operate air bearing carts to move flight hardware from station to station

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of experience in one of the following: rigging, operating a forklift and following basic forklift safety rules, or working with/around overhead and/or self-propelled cranes

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Certified forklift operator
  • 2+ years of professional experience as a certified overhead crane operator
  • NCCCO rigger I/II qualifications/certifications
  • Previous experience with lifting large, odd shaped or unbalanced loads
  • Valid driver’s license (class “B” or higher)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs. unassisted, and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
  • Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
  • On-the-job (OJT) training will be required and may require traveling to other SpaceX sites to accomplish
  • Must be able to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
    • Monday - Friday, 3:30pm - 2:00am

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00
Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50
Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00

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 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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