Tooling Maintenance Technician Level 45 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.TOOLING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - LEVEL 4/5RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all custom SpaceX toolingInspect and create detailed analysis and assessment of precision tools and machines per engineering requirementsMaintain and repair advanced structures such as our custom friction stir welding machines metallic layup tools and high capacity test stands.Plan work to be performed and determine methods and sequence of operations working from tool design drawings or our own designsLay-out fabricate and assemble a variety of standard and nonstandard major jigs fixtures tool masters master tooling gauges and related tooling involving compound angles and complex contours where the establishment and coordination to exacting tolerances of numerous dimensional features and reference points between several planesDevelop and design holding devices and jig and fixture detailsSuggest changes in design involving practicability economy and process of manufacture to proper personnelMake determinations regarding fabrication and design of detail parts such as fittings stops locating pins and mechanical operation of jigs and submits them for approval to proper personnelSet up and operate optical instruments to check overall and detailed alignment fit or adjustment of assembliesSet up on surface table jigs and fixtures involving complex contours compound angles and requiring the coordination of drill holes and location of critical points with reference to stations butt and/or water linesUse complex tool design drawings and complex engineering blueprintsUtilize model-based metrology and design software as applicable per design requirementsOperate various types of machine shop equipment (manual) to complete assignment as requiredIdentify key areas of improvement in our system and communicate these effectively to managementBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalency certificate5 years of experience in precision mechanical construction2 years of experience with model-based metrology (laser tracker/articulated arm/coordinate measuring machinery) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Associate or technical degreeAn industry recognized expert in precision constructionDemonstrated success at accomplishing challenging projectsProficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite8 years of experience with model-based metrologyAbility to understand reference systems & how to create themHighly experienced in the interpretation of complex blueprints including: ability to identify and understand specifications thorough understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and ability to comprehend sections and viewsExperience with laser tracker/articulated arm/coordinate measuring machine all bench inspection equipmentExperience and proficiency in Siemens NX model-based design softwareExperience and proficiency in Verisurf model-based metrology softwareADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be available for one of the following shifts:1st shift: Monday - Friday from 5:00AM - 3:30PM2nd shift: Monday - Friday from 2:00PM - 12:00AMMust be able to work all required shift hoursWilling to travel up to 10%Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassistedCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Tooling Maintenance Technician/Level 4: $38.00 - $48.00/hour Tooling Maintenance Technician/Level 5: $43.00 - $57.00/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 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 Electrical Experience,eMaint,Industrial Maintenance,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,Property Maintenance,Maintenance,Painting,Plumbing,Hydraulics,Programmable Logic Controllers,Troubleshooting Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 43 - 57