Join SpaceX as a Sheet Metal Technician to operate machinery and fabricate parts for the Starship program.
Posted by employer 2 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Education
- High school
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The Sheet Metal Technician at SpaceX plays a crucial role in the fabrication and assembly of flight hardware, utilizing machinery like laser cutters and press brakes to create precise components. This position requires proficiency in reading blueprints and using inspection tools to ensure quality standards are met. Ideal candidates have a solid background in machine operation, with at least one year of experience, and are comfortable working in a physically demanding environment. SpaceX's focus on innovation and exploration makes this role particularly suited for those passionate about aerospace technology.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze August 5, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 9, 2026.
- Sheet Metal appears in 0.1% of 3068 comparable mid other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Sheet Metal Technician (Starship) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Starbase, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- 1–5 years of relevant experience for this Sheet Metal 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: Sheet Metal, Water Jets, calipers, laser cutters, micrometers, press brakes.
- 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 Sheet Metal 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.
SHEET METAL TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate and maintain equipment such as laser cutters, press brakes, water jets, and roller machinery
- Assemble basic flight hardware which includes torqueing fasteners
- Read basic blueprints to ensure parts are made to engineering specifications to meet customer needs
- Use basic inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, and radius gauges to verify the conformance of hardware
- Fabricate complex, tight tolerance parts, using various sheet metal materials that include several types of steel aluminum, Pyron, and zouk
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience working with machinery in a shop environment
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 5+ years of machine operating experience
- Experience operating all equipment in a high-volume sheet metal fabrication shop
- High mechanical aptitude
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
- Ability to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum
- Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
- Comfortable with repetitive movement, bending or twisting, and using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting
- Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
- Sit: Up to 1 hour per day
- Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 30 minutes to 1 hour per day
- Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
- Walk: Up to 6 hours per day
- Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per day
- Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per day
- Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day
- Upper body twist: Up to 3 hours per day
- Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 30 minutes or less per day
- Candidate must be capable of safely using an air purifying respirator, operating heavy equipment and machinery, 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:
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