LEAD STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN (COMPOSITES ASSEMBLY & INTEGRATION) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a team of 8-10 technicians performing PAF bonding and drilling operations
• Maintain daily work schedule and update build plans, ensure technicians are performing daily tasks per the schedule, and update passdown to the next shift
• Perform interstage routing, bonding, sanding, painting, cleaning, and integration, among other processes
• Perform heavy lifts with high bay crane
• Ensure all resources are assigned prior to official start of shift with technicians allocated and aligned per the skill matrix
• Maintain safety and 5S policies on the floor
• Identify and resolve production blockers with the appropriate parties
• Monitor consumables usage
• Ensure all technicians are clocked into production work orders and working to the defined process time
• Conduct communication briefing at start of shift with technicians
• Schedule risk identification and mitigation
• Assist with the development of production processes for first time production yield
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Assist with stage integration FOD Control Plan

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience working in an aerospace, aviation, automotive, or manufacturing environment in a technical, hands-on capacity

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience as a structures technician at SpaceX
• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environment
• Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines
• Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
• Demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) or similar operating system
• Ability to effectively lead in a team environment
• Demonstrated record of high-performance (rated 4/4 or above in previous review cycles)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
• Must be able to work 2nd shift schedule: Monday-Friday 3pm to 1:30am
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting (up to 25 lbs. unassisted), bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
• Must be willing to travel up to 5%
• Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:      

Pay range:      

Lead Structures Technician / Level 3: $30.00 - $38.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential           
Lead Structures Technician / Level 4: $35.00 - $43.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential           
Lead Structures Technician / Level 5: $40.00 - $50.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential           

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.