Integration Technician (Dragon) - Night Shift

Integration Technician (Dragon) - Night Shift at SpaceX Cape Canaveral, FL 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.INTEGRATION TECHNICIAN (DRAGON FINAL INTEGRATION) – NIGHT SHIFTSpaceX is currently seeking talented individuals for a position on our Dragon team. As a part of the team, you will have the opportunity to utilize your knowledge, experience and creativity to develop novel solutions in human spaceflight operations and reusability. You will work on pre-flight vehicle processing and recovery of the next generation Dragon spacecraft, designed to take crew and cargo to low earth orbit. For human flights, you will also work on pre-flight and recovery processing of the crew during their journey to the International Space Station. You will have ownership of your work in all phases of ground operation and will directly interface with astronauts. The role will also provide an opportunity to establish aircraft like operations on Dragon and interface with the design engineers on the next generation SpaceX Mars vehicle. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stage, set up, assemble, test and install flight hardware

Perform maintenance tasks as required in a variety of roles for fluid systems maintenance, site preventative maintenance, general facilities, and any other general maintenance work as required to maintain an operational spacecraft processing facility

Use precision calibrated tools: torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers

Hands-on operations with both large as well as small, fragile assemblies

Read and interpret blueprints

Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions

Use various mechanical tools without instruction

Collaborate with Dragon operations engineers to develop and document activities

Process crew immediately prior to spaceflight and upon return to Earth

Ensure launch services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner

Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Work with a team of technicians and engineers to build safe high-quality vehicles, including ground support systems to enable processing of Dragon spacecraft (crew and cargo)

Fabricate fluid systems from a schematic or engineering drawing including but not limited to ball valves, check valves, pressure regulators, and pressure gauges

Fabricate tubing using 37° flare and medium pressure (cone and tap) fittings

Troubleshoot operational issues found during activation of fluid and mechanical systems.

Work with high pressure (up to 10,000psi) systems

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

2+ years of hands-on experience in assembly, test, maintenance, repair and/or installation, OR a certificate from an accredited trade skills program

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Airframe & Powerplant license

Associate degree in aerospace technology or equivalent area of study

AV1200-4 certified for vehicle and electrical ground support equipment terminations

Familiarity with data acquisition system architecture and terminations

Familiarity with vehicle electrical ground support equipment architecture and hardware

Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices; mechanical and electrical systems

Prior experience working with launch vehicles, human spaceflight, or supporting hardware ocean recovery

Experience with hypergolic or hazardous systems

Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity

Marine experience

Ability to operate and build a flush cart, proof cart, and leak check cart

Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment

Experience of precision cleaning of parts and tubing assemblies

A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Ability to perform hydrostatic and pneumatic testing

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass Space Force background check for Cape Canaveral

Ability to work the following shift:

2nd shift: 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM, Tuesday-Saturday

Ability to pass SAR/SCAPE medical qualifications and perform operations in SAR/SCAPE

Comfortable being trained to work around hypergolic propellants (MMH and NTO) and willing to work with hazardous materials

Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted

Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladders

Willing to operate heavy machinery

Ability to work in confined spaces

Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, ice

Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay range: Integration Technician/Level 1: $20.00 - $27.00/hour Integration Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour Integration 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.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 (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtckbarticlepage&sysid=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .

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