Test Specialist (Composites) at SpaceX

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.TEST SPECIALIST (COMPOSITES)Welcome to the top of the rocket the reason why we fly! The Falcon Payload Integration & Test team tackles space explorations toughest problems developing novel ways to fly every payload that our customers can conceive. Leveraging our reusable launch vehicles Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy we support customers that include commercial national security NASA and rideshare satellites as well as our own SpaceX-developed Starlink satellites. SpaceX is currently seeking a talented individual for a critical Test Specialist role to facilitate and execute payload adaptor integration and testing across various facilities. This team member will be responsible for managing schedules assets and procedures as well as physically installing and testing various structural/electrical/propulsion systems to validate reliable satellite deployment systems that send our payloads into LEO GTO and beyond.RESPONSIBILITIES:Process Falcon flight hardware in the pursuit of safe rapid and reliable integration and launchDevelop tools hardware and procedures to efficiently assembly integrate and test various systemsDesign develop and operate various data acquisition or other electrical systemsMaintain clear communication and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled engineers mission managers and technicians to execute operations across various cleanroom facilities (both internationally and domestic)Identify high-risk processes ahead of flight hardware processing and proactively implement procedural improvements to ensure operational excellenceCollaborate with engineering to identify and resolve hardware non-conformancesBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalency certificateBachelors Degree in an engineering or STEM discipline or 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment1 years of experience creating and/or working with manufacturing design build integration or testPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:5 years of professional experience designing building integrating and testing complex multi-disciplinary systemsHands-on experience with one or more of the following: launch vehicle or spacecraft integration composite structure design or testing; test operations with gases/fluids data acquisition setup and field measurementsDemonstrates technical intuition critical thinking and comfort with ambiguityDocumentation and configuration management experienceExperience writing test plans procedures and providing go/no-go judgment and rationaleExperience interacting with CAD software and basic analysis programsProfessional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure high energy hazardous gases/fluids etc.)Professional experience working with large assembly moves (e.g. crane operations)Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of peopleAbility to work in a fast-paced autonomously driven and demanding atmosphereADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Some travel to our launch sites or customer facilities (both internationally and domestic) will be required as needed up to 40% annuallySpecialists travel schedule must be flexible as mission schedules fluctuate frequentlyAbility to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and VandenbergMust be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as neededThis position is very hands-on and will often work side by side with our techniciansMust be comfortable with standing stooping bending and working in tight areas with little roomCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range:Integration & Test Specialist/Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hour Integration & Test Specialist/Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/hour Integration & Test Specialist/Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00/hourYour 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 SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Apache Commons,Asset,Art And Craft,Concrete Pump,Accident Investigation Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 38 - 48