BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of hands on experience in assembly, test, maintenance, repair and/or installation, OR a certificate from an accredited trade skills program
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate degree in aerospace technology or equivalent area of study
- 1+ years of experience working with high pressure pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems
- Previous professional experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
- Previous professional experience maintaining and troubleshooting complex fluid and mechanical systems
- Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions
- Ability to utilize precision measuring instruments
- Knowledge of different fittings such as natural pipe thread (NPT)
- Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass Space Force background check for Cape Canaveral
- Ability to work one of the following shifts:
- Day shift: Wednesday - Saturday 6:00am - 6:00pm
- Night shift: Wednesday - Saturday 6:00am - 6:00pm
- Day shift: Sunday - Wednesday 6:00am - 6:00pm
- Night Shift: Sunday - Wednesday 6:00pm - 6:00am
- Ability to work at elevated heights
- Flexibility in work schedule, supporting all shifts/overtime, as necessary, to support business needs
- Candidate must be willing to work various shift schedules and overtime
- Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 30 lbs)
- Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
- Work occasionally performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Launch Pad Technician/Level 1: $20.00 - $27.00/hour
Launch Pad Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
Launch Pad Technician/Level 3: $30.00 - $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.
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.