Structures Technician (Vertical Barrel Integration) - Multiple Shifts

STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN (VERTICAL BARREL INTEGRATION) – MULTIPLE SHIFTS

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Modification, repair, assembly, and installation of the rocket and spacecraft


• Use tooling holes, pilot holes, or by hand (as required), per drawing or tooling instructions


• Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling/hand clamps


• Check for good edge margins and alignment


• Shim and/or trim parts as required


• Select drill bits, reamers and/or countersinking tools for pilot and full size holes


• Locate, drill pilot holes using drill motor and proper size drill bit(s)


• Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor


• Set countersinking tools to proper depth as required


• Disassemble parts and deburr holes using chip chasers, deburring tools, and files to prepare for installation of fasteners


• Use solvents to clean surfaces prior to sealing or assembly


• Apply sealant, alodine, primer, adhesives, special finishes


• Load and unload ovens to bond detail parts to assemblies


• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner


• Determine and obtain correct type and size fasteners


• Cold work holes to prepare for close tolerance fastener installation


• Install bushings into housings using arbor press and/or hydraulic puller


• Apply liquid nitrogen to facilitate installation of bushings


• Install fasteners in correct sequence per drawing, using correct tools (e.g., rivet gun and bucking bar, drill motor, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner)


• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate


• 1+ years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, military, automotive, or construction OR certificate from an accredited trade school program in A&P, manufacturing, and/or electronics

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company


• High-volume manufacturing experience


• Experience drilling, reaming, honing and/or countersinking straight and close tolerance holes


• Experience using various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, floor-mounted power tools and precision measuring tools


• Capable of visualizing a three-dimensional shape from a two-dimensional view and understanding symbols, flag notes, and general notes


• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fractions)


• Experience making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions


• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications


• Experience operating computing equipment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work the following shifts:
  
  
  
  • Monday to Friday: 4:00AM - 1:30PM
  
  
  • Monday to Friday: 2:00PM - 12:30AM
  
  
  • Thursday to Sunday: 6:00AM - 6:00PM
  
  
  • Saturday to Tuesday: 6:00AM - 6:00PM
  
  


• Must be willing to work additional overtime or weekend work as needed


• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position


• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Structures Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $27.00/hour
Structures Technician/Level 2: $26.00 - $32.50/hour
Structures Technician/Level 3: $31.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

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, stock options, 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.