Integration Specialist (Dragon Maintenance)

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 SPECIALIST (DRAGON MAINTENANCE)

SpaceX is currently seeking talented individuals for an Integration Specialist position on the Spacecraft Integration Dragon team. Integration specialists work closely with the SpaceX Dragon engineering department in the design and development ground support equipment and flight hardware integration process optimization. You will have ownership of your work in all phases. The role will also require interface with design engineers, providing the opportunity to continuously improve the Capsule design and ground processing as the team works to establish aircraft like operations on Dragon.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the design and fabrication of tooling and ground support equipment for the maintenance team
• Ensure all related equipment, systems, and preventative maintenance items are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner to ensure equipment is always in an operational state
• Create work instructions for build, checkout and setup of ground support equipment as well as creating disposition planning for off nominal operations
• Generate and own cleaning procedures/ work order release for removed fittings, tier 2 GSE and propulsion test kits
• Generate component decontamination work orders and drive release for each campaign for tier 1 and tier 2 hardware
• Optimize component decontamination and clean line operations
• Operate as a test conductor for propulsion system checkouts
• Own flight hardware fume hood storage location accountability and drive necessary decontamination actions
• Maintain integration tooling kits including, remove before flight GSE, as well as all lifting equipment and associated PM's
• Review and triage work order feedback; work with process planning to drive necessary incorporation on in process work orders and next engineering master's revisions
• Drive process improvements and planning updates for consistently challenging/ time consuming operations
• Develop wetted part handling process development for each bay/building

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of professional experience working in a hands-on technical position
• 1+ year(s) of professional experience working in an aviation, aerospace, automotive or manufacturing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree or higher in aerospace, engineering, or related field
• Airframe and powerplant license (A&P)
• 1+ year(s) of professional experience working with pressure systems, including build, operation, or testing
• Solid understanding of integration processes including avionics, fluid system and structures.
• Experience with process development, facility and line layouts
• Ability to fabricate and repair mechanical tooling
• Experience with test operations procedures, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, and safe handling of flight parts
• Knowledge of different fittings such as NPT, Swagelok, A/N and medium pressure
• Ability to read, and understand operating system schematics and drawings
• Ability to troubleshoot programs and systems and determine root causes and implement fixes
• Strong computer skillset, including Microsoft Office navigation and file manipulation
• Experience with Siemens NX (UG), Teamcenter CAD, and PDM systems
• Experience using borescopes and other inspection tools such as calipers and micrometers
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight-schedules
• Ability to take project goals inputs and works towards that end-goal beyond individual task assignment
• Knowledge of vacuum systems and pumps
• Knowledge of hazardous systems, PPE requirements, high-pressure system design and handling
• Experience working with hypergolic propellants
• Experience working with component clean line operation
• ISO 8 cleanroom experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Space Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• 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 & BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Integration Specialist/Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hour
Integration Specialist/Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/hour
Integration Specialist/Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR .

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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