BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of professional hands-on experience in hardware assembly, test, maintenance and/or installation; OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in airframe & powerplant (A&P), manufacturing, and/or electronics
- 1+ years of experience troubleshooting mechanical systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Maritime experience
- Airframe & powerplant (A&P) license or aerospace technology certification
- Experience working in self-contained atmospheric protective ensemble (SCAPE), LEVEL A hazmat suit, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), hardline respirator and other HAZMAT PPE
- Prior experience working with launch vehicles or marine vessels
- Prior experience supporting recovery efforts
- Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices
- Experience operating forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment
- Experience with hydrostatic and pneumatic testing
- A demonstrated ability in reading and understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports
- Able to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to travel >50% for the first year to train at Cape Canaveral
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
- Position requires ability to obtain Merchant Mariner credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with 46 CFR 16 and 49 CFR 40
- Ability to pass a self-contained atmospheric protective ensemble (SCAPE) physical fitness test
- Willing to train and work with toxic and flammable chemicals
- Ability to work on offshore vessels for extended durations without access to emergency services normally available on shore
- Ability to climb ladders, work at height and in tight spaces
- Ability to climb up and down stairs regularly throughout the day
- Ability to operate heavy machinery
- Willing to operate small support boats in open ocean conditions
- Ability to lift and handle up to 35 lbs. unassisted
- Ability to work in confined spaces
- Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- When necessary, must be willing to work long hours and weekends to support launch and critical project timelines
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Recovery Technician/Level 1: $20.00 - $27.00/hour
Recovery Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
Recovery 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.