Controls Technician (Starship) - Level 4/5 - Night Shift
SpaceX · Starbase, TX
Est. total comp~$110K–$166KFrom the 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.
CONTROLS TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP) - LEVEL 4/5 - NIGHT SHIFT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, datasheets/manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches
Adjust, repair, or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test, and integration equipment
Fabricate and install parts and systems used in launch environments using hand tools, power tools, and test instruments
Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors
Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, and lugs
Complete necessary wiring of the electrical ground support equipment for ground systems
Collaborate with launch engineers to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from launch activities
Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify wiring of electronics racks and junction boxes
Perform maintenance tasks as required in a variety of roles for vehicle integration, pad maintenance, site preventative maintenance, general facilities, and any other general maintenance work as required to maintain an operational launch site
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate …
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Required 7 items
5y
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (or 2+ years of related experience)
Experience: 5+ years of experience in mechanic, technician, electrician, or construction
Skills and tools: Schematics, Blueprints, Troubleshooting, Assembly
Clearance and work authorization: US person (ITAR)
Preferred 11 items
- 3y
- 1y
Education: Associate's degree in instrumentation, control technology, electrical systems or a related field
Experience: 3+ years of experience in power tools, 1+ year of experience in electronic system assembly and construction
Skills and tools: Oscilloscope, Multimeter, Soldering, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Data acquisition
Also in the posting: Night shift; Travel up to 20%; Exposure to extreme outdoor environments; Exposure to fumes, odors, and noise; Lift up to 50 lbs; Push/Pull up to 75 lbs; Work at heights up to 500ft; Work in confined spaces
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