Build Specialist (Booster Structures Engineering)

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

BUILD SPECIALIST (BOOSTER STRUCTURES ENGINEERING)

SpaceX is currently seeking a talented individual for a critical Build Specialist role to facilitate Booster integration vehicle checkouts. This team member will be responsible for managing schedules, assets, and procedures, as well as physically installing and testing various electrical and propulsion systems to ensure reliable Booster flight. This individual must have great hands-on experience, good project management skills, and ability to communicate and organize across internal and external partner teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate test equipment activations in collaboration with cross-functional teams, including operations engineering, production leadership, and tooling

• Coordinate with contractors and oversee ground support equipment (GSE) construction and activation

• Communicate project status, key milestones, and roadmaps to stakeholders through clear, timely updates

• Implement standard practices, troubleshooting guides, and standard repair procedures

• Design tooling for new and existing products to support rate production

• Create high-quality work orders, engineering masters, and other manufacturing resource planning

• Operate forklifts safely and material handling equipment to transport flight and GSE hardware efficiently, adhering to all safety protocols to prevent incidents

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

• 2+ years of technician experience in mechanical/fluid disciplines

• 1+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

• Ability to solve complex manufacturing problems on schedule with little to no supervision as an individual or as a member of an integrated team

• Understanding of spacecraft integration processes including avionics, propulsion systems, and mechanical integration

• Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices

• Experience with Siemens NX (UG), Teamcenter CAD, and PDM systems

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)

• Excellent communication (written and verbal), teamwork, and organizational skills.

• Strong understanding of technical documentation, engineering drawings, and schematics.

• Professional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high pressure, high energy, hazardous gases/fluids, etc.)

• Ability to interpret and troubleshoot basic test automation scripts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary

• Stand: Up to 6 hours per day

• Sit: Up to 6 hours per day

• Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) up to 1 hour per day

• Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day

• Walk: Up to 1 hour per day

• Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) up to 1 hour per day

• Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day

• Kneel/Crouch: Up to 1 hour per day

• Upper body twist: Up to 1 hour per day

• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 1 hour per day

• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description

• Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

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.

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