Sheet Metal Development Technician (Starlink)

Sheet Metal Development Technician (Starlink) at SpaceX Redmond, WA 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.SHEET METAL DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)As a Sheet Metal Technician, you will be working on Starlink's Development team and responsible for Programming and operation of waterjets, laser cutters, press brakes, and other shop equipment to produce sheet metal parts. Technicians will work closely with engineering to support high-impact projects to rapidly grow the Starlink factory. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Waterjet Operation including programing, nesting, material procurement and loading

Laser Operation including programing, nesting, material procurement and loading

Press Brake Operation including programing bend parameters and machine setup

Find novel ways to produce complex sheet metal assemblies, occasionally without design definition

Maintain a clean work environment

Maintain an organize material area including managing material auto re-order

Providing our customers with cleaned, deburred and complete parts

Propose design recommendations to engineering teams to make faster, simpler parts

Perform basic machine maintenance for high uptime

Able to navigate NX for design, repair of bad incoming parts, machine setup, and programing

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of experience with press brake operations

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

4+ years of professional experience running a waterjet and/or a laser cutter

Ability to meet daily/weekly production needs with critical time schedules

Ability to read blueprints and complete basic shop math

Knowledge of sheet metal k factors and its application

Ability to hold close tolerances on sheet metal parts per engineering drawings

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Must be able to work all required shift hours, estimated shift hours; 1st Shift: 6:30AM to 4:30 PM, 2nd Shift: 3:30PM to 2:00AM, overtime and/or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay range: Sheet Metal Development Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $29.00/hour Sheet Metal Development Technician/Level 2: $27.00 - $34.50/hour Sheet Metal Development Technician/Level 3: $32.00 - $40.00/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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday. 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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