Test Technician Dragon Structures

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. TEST TECHNICIAN DRAGON STRUCTURES RESPONSIBILITIES: Production test support for structural tests of flight hardware. Layout, fabrication, assembly, and installation of experimental and production flight hardware for master mock-ups, full scale operating models, and test assembles. Repair or replacement of flight hardware due to engineering design changes and test failures. Develop tooling such as form blocks, drill jigs, and shop aids. Structural assembly work involving drilling flight component parts. Will be using a variety of pneumatic hand tools and precision measuring equipment. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED required. Experience developing tooling such as form blocks, drill jigs, and shop aids. Experience running various tests in one of these areas: electrical, structural or pressure tests. Experience reading and understanding drawings and schematics. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience utilizing pneumatic hand tools and precision measuring equipment. Able to setup tests from written instructions with little to no guidance. Operating high pressure test carts for pneumatic testing. Experience running tests with Labview. Some college classwork. Experience with actuators, plumbing (Hydraulic/Pneumatic both set up and operation of these systems). Experience with pressure syste-ms-cryogenic (gaseous and liquid). Experience with hydrostatic systems. Experience working with electrical components and/or systems. Extensive experience in structural assembly: able to mate and drill flight component parts made of all types of materials such as aluminum, steel and composites. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to travel to different sites, as needed. Up to 5% travel. Ability to work at elevated heights occasionally (scissor lifts and articulated boom lifts). Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends 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 carry equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted. Must be able to stand for extended periods 8 hours min. Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed. Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces. Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. 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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.