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Apprentice Fabrication Technician - 2nd Shift

SpaceX · McGregor, TX

Posted Aug 5, 2026

Est. total comp~$57K–$77K

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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.

APPRENTICE FABRICATION TECHNICIAN – 2ND SHIFT

Technicians on the fabrication team at SpaceX’s Rocket Development Facility are responsible for building the critical infrastructure used to test the engines, stages, and components for the Falcon and Starship programs. In this role, you can expect to work directly with world-class technicians, fabricators, and engineers on some of the most exciting and critical infrastructure projects in the space industry. If you are someone who thrives working on fast-paced and challenging projects, then this team is for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide ground support equipment (GSE) technician support, which involves building, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, and plumbing related to the liquid oxygen (LOX), fuel pad, and other aspects of the site facility

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed

Operate and maintain hardware, high-pressure systems, pumps, and other ancillary equipment, including pneumatic components

Fabricate and repair GSE hardware and equipment

Collaborate with design engineers to develop and document GSE activities …

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Job inventory

Required 4 items

Education: Associate's degree

Skills and tools: Blueprints

Certifications and licenses: Valid driver's license

Other: Shift, weekend or overtime work

Preferred 1 item

Skills and tools: Schematics

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