• Fabrication Support Technician

    SpaceX (TX)


    Fabrication Support Technician

     

    Starbase, TX

     

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    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 SUPPORT TECHNICIAN

    Work as part of a fabrication team of elite individuals building and improving the mechanical systems at our rocket launch facilities. Be there on the ground floor, getting your hands dirty and contributing directly to the success of future launches.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Material handling of raw materials and finished goods in and around the weld shop

    + Interpret prints/cut sheets and operate equipment (saw, drill press, etc.) to process structural steel and pipe

    + Work in accordance with established safety rules and good housekeeping practices

    + Work on additional equipment or tasks outside the job description as directed by the floor supervisor for production needs or continuous improvement

    + Accurately record time and production numbers daily and report scrap

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

    + High school diploma or equivalency certificate

    + 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or construction environment

    PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

    + Experience using Hypertherm Automation EDGE computer numerical control (CNC controller and the full Hypertherm suite: True Hole, True Bevel, Rapid Part, Nesting, and Collision Avoidance

    + 1+ years of experience operating forklifts

    + 1+ years of experience with overhead cranes, basic hand tools, tape measures, grinders, and blueprint reading

    + Experience cutting structural steel and pipe

    + Experience operating vertical and horizontal bandsaws

    + Experience using orbital cutting equipment

    + Experience reviewing documentation from production records and databases

    + Experience identifying material types and thickness as associated with work orders

    + Experience reading and interpreting blueprints to understand part tolerances per the print specification

    + Experience with .DXF, .DWG, and various print file types

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

    + Valid driver’s license

    + Must be able to drive a forklift and safely handle materials

    + The ability to lift heavy objects is required in this position (up to 25lbs unassisted)

    + Must be able to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, etc.

    + Must be able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

    + Must be available for overtime and weekends depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required

    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 ITARhere (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc\_kb\_article\_page&sys\_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

     

    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 [email protected].