PROPULSION TECHNICIAN (MERLIN)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for cleaning of hardware, tools, valves, and regulators
- Troubleshoot failure modes and provide photo documentation and feedback to engineering
- Use computer network systems, as well as test units as described in the test instruction and acceptance test plans
- Accept or reject test units based on calculated test data and results
- Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
- Accurately record daily work completion to report to the lead technician
- Responsible for maintaining a professional and neat work area
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience working in an aerospace, aviation, automotive, or other manufacturing environment in a technical, hands-on capacity; OR certification from an accredited trade skills program
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 2+ years of professional assembly experience in a manufacturing environment
- A&P license
- 5S knowledge and experience
- High attention to detail in order to ensure safety and accuracy of testing procedures
- Previous interaction and correspondence with support engineers
- Embodies team mentality; coachable and reliable
- Experience with mechanical and electrical systems
- Strong mathematical, basic computer, problem solving, decision making skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work independently or as part of a team, meet aggressive schedules, operate and understand readouts on standard cell instrumentation
- Ability to make full use of computer network systems
- Experience in the aerospace industry
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
- Shift times: 1st shift (Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM), 2nd shift: (Monday - Friday, 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM)
- Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted
- Must be able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours min.
- Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, maneuver in tight spaces
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Propulsion Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $27.00/hour
Propulsion Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
Propulsion 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.
