BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Associate's degree or higher in a technical discipline OR 2+ years experience using UG/NX or equivalent design application
- 3+ years experience manufacturing electromechanical assemblies or harnesses with a focus on using electronics test equipment (e.g. DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, power supplies, DAQs, etc.)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Proficiency using Windows-based computers and Microsoft Office suite
- Experience in aerospace, aviation, military, or other high-reliability industry
- Prior or current IPC-A-620, NASA 8739-4, J-STD-001, or SpaceX AV1200-4 certifications
- Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and a fast-paced work environment
- Prior experience with developing, maintaining, and improving wire harness fabrication or test hardware processes
- Experience with Atlassian tools including Confluence and JIRA
- Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and climb up and down ladders. Bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position. Physical dexterity and general fitness are a must
- Willing to work in extreme outdoor conditions – heat, cold, & rain
- Ability to pass NASA-STD-8739.6B Section 5.7.6 Vision and Color requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
- Travel to other SpaceX launch/test sites as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Build Specialist/Level 1: $28.00/hour
Build Specialist/Level 2: $32.00/hour
Build Specialist/Level 3: $36.00/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.
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 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 SpaceX’s 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.