LAUNCH HARDWARE SPECIALIST (FLUID SYSTEMS)

Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking individual with a passion for space exploration and cutting-edge technology? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work directly contributes to creating the most advanced spacecraft ever built? If so, we want you to join our team as a Fluids Specialist with the Launch Hardware team!  At SpaceX, we are pushing the boundaries of space, and Starship is our future. We are seeking an energetic, self-driven individual who will play a key role in developing, building, and activating the fluid systems that power Starship's success. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop instrumentation and valve panel designs in 3D from schematics using Siemens NX
• Create Bills of Material for your designs
• Manage the production and manufacturing of instrumentation panels and high pressure skids
• Assist lead technicians to coordinate shop and field activity to support project schedules
• Demonstrate a high level of flexibility and ability to effectively coordinate team activity with all trades
• Develop robust solutions for raw material availability
• Utilize internal SpaceX resources and external vendors as needed
• Ensure launch assets are physically configured for upgrades and work areas are accessible by coordinating with launch pad and recovery vessel operations teams
• Create and implement solutions for safe project site operations per SpaceX EH&S direction
• Support project engineering team as needed with other project preparations and shop/field coordination

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience with 3D CAD modeling or hands-on experience within a production and/or fabrication environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Siemens NX or similar software
• 5+ years of experience with instrumentation panel design and build
• CNC programming experience
• Orbital tube welding experience 
• Full operational knowledge of high pressure fluids transfer systems
• Experience working with cryogenic systems
• Experience with inventory management, shipping/receiving, and material flow
• Ability to demonstrate strong project management strategy
• Ability to react quickly to change and over-communicate paths forward

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• General physical fitness is required for some work areas, hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 30 lbs. unassisted
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work at elevated heights
• Ability to work in extreme environments – heat, cold, rain, fumes, odors, and noise
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends, as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Launch Hardware Specialist/Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hour    
Launch Hardware Specialist/Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/hour    
Launch Hardware Specialist/Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00/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.