Test Technician (Falcon 9)

TEST TECHNICIAN (FALCON 9)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Run pneumatic tests on flight hardware
• Use hand tools, high pressure pumps and protective equipment
• Work with high pressure gases (helium and nitrogen) as well as liquid nitrogen
• Analyze test data to meet acceptance criteria established by engineering
• Use computer software programs for controlling tests
• Layout, fabricate, assemble, and install experimental and production flight hardware for master mock-ups, full scale operating models, and test assemblies
• Repair or replace flight hardware due to engineering design changes and test failures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of testing experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, or military environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with pressure systems-cryogenic (gaseous and liquid) and hydrostatic systems
• Experience using tooling such as form blocks, drill jigs, and shop aids
• Experience using hand tools and precision measuring equipment
• Able to lead and understand drawings and schematics
• Experience running electrical, structural or pressure tests on flight components in LabVIEW
• Experience operating high-pressure test carts for pneumatic testing
• Experience with computer-based data analysis (LabVIEW)
• Experience with actuators, plumbing (hydraulic/pneumatic – both set up and operation of these systems)
• Experience with high pressure (>1000psi) gases

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work all require shift hours, overtime and/or weekends, as needed. Nominal hours – 1st shift: 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM; 2nd shift: 3:30PM to 2 AM
• Ability to travel to different sites, as needed, up to 5%
• Ability to support repetitive assembly operations: grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, working at heights and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:          
Test Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour    
Test Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour    
Test 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.