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.

BUILD SPECIALIST (STARSHIP)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Resolve manufacturing issues, disposition nonconforming parts, perform root cause analysis, and implement robust corrective actions
• Support development builds and tests to validate non-conformance conditions and qualify new weld development processes
• Provide recommendations for tooling design and improvement, based on analysis and data
• Design tooling for new and existing products to support rate production
• Implement standard practices, process improvements, and standard repair procedures for TIG welded assemblies and supporting processes (critical part movement, non-destructive evaluation, etc.)
• Create high-quality work orders, engineering masters, and other manufacturing resource planning and product life cycle management systems elements to manufacture fluid system components
• Implement standard practices, troubleshooting guides, and standard repair procedures, including review and approval of planning documents
• Streamline existing production builds to minimize cost while improving quality and efficiency
• Manage resources, plan, and interface with other production groups including external vendors, manufacturing engineers, and technicians

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, or science, or a 2-year technical school degree along with 2+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing and process planning role
• 3+ years of professional experience working in an aerospace manufacturing technician, planning, or direct support role

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience taking products through development cycle to full volume production
• Solid understanding of a variety of manufacturing processes
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Hands on experience with TIG welding, orbital tube welding, tube bending, precision cleaning and/or supporting processes
• Experience with design for manufacturability and assembly
• Experience with Siemens NX (UG), Teamcenter CAD, and PDM systems
• Process development, facility and line layouts
• Lean manufacturing tools, PFMEA, value chain mapping, Kanban, OEE and 5S

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to work extended hours/shifts based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:          

Build Specialist/Level 1: $28.00/hour      

Build Specialist/Level 2: $32.00/hour      

Build Specialist/Level 3: $36.00/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 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 here.  

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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.