Test Equipment Technician (Fabrication & Support)

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.

TEST EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN (FABRICATION & SUPPORT)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide ground support equipment (GSE) technician support, which involves building, installing, and troubleshooting equipment such as pumps, tanks, valves, and plumbing related to the liquid oxygen (LOX) pad, fuel pad, and other aspects of the site facility

• Operate hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary equipment, including pneumatic components

• Fabricate GSE hardware and equipment

• Collaborate with design engineers to develop and document GSE activities

• Ensure all materials are clean and inspected according to Clean for Oxygen Service Standards

• Build structural and engine test equipment

• Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required

• Follow all necessary regulations and appropriate SpaceX procedures, including quality policies, safety policies, OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, NFPA, ASME, NEC, etc.

• Develop novel ways, site-wide, to streamline processes and increase the reliability of testing operations

• Perform a variety of related duties in support of engine testing and structural test stand programs

• Lead field execution of assigned projects while coordinating technicians and contractors to safely deliver scope on schedule

• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and operations teams to plan work, resolve field issues, and drive project execution

• Review work packages, drawings, and procedures to identify execution risks and provide constructibility feedback

• Verify c

Department: Launch Pad Technicians - Starbase