MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP)

The Machine Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control equipment to support the development of Starship and Starbase TX. Operating as a systematic problem solver that understands a high volume manufacturing and operations environment and keeps the equipment running in optimal condition while collaborating with internal and external customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and repair industrial generators, and other electro-mechanical equipment
• Provide maintenance on various equipment such as ovens, furnaces, vacuum systems, composite ply cutting machines, epoxy dispensing machines, environmental test chambers, tube-bending equipment, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems down to the component level
• Read and utilize schematics (mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic)
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3 years of experience with repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1 years of experience with reading blueprints and correlating them to physical components
• Understanding of generator sets (CAT, Mitsubishi, Cummings) and generator controllers (Deep Sea, Woodward)
• Understanding of diesel mechanics as well as of forms of internal combustion engines
• Maintenance experience with various welding equipment (robotic, electron beam, friction, etc.)
• Maintenance experience on gas and electric ovens, vacuum systems, environmental thermal testing, and ply cutting equipment
• 5 years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer
• Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to write detailed repair reports (advanced MS Office skills)
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
• Analytic thinker that gets to the root of the problem and comes up with permanent solution to remedy the issue
• Ability to navigate, utilize, and close out work orders
• Ability to work under deadlines, in a high paced work environment
• Ability to quickly learn and absorb technical content
• Strong prioritization skills, and, analytical, computer, and written skills 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Willing to travel for undetermined periods of time with limited notice
• Ability to work extended hours as needed to support project milestones

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Maintenance Technician/Level 1: $18.00/hour
Maintenance Technician/Level 2: $23.00/hour
Maintenance Technician/Level 3: $28.00/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.