STRUCTURES TECHNICIAN (VERTICAL BARREL INTEGRATION)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Modification, repair, assembly, and installation of the rocket and spacecraft.
• Use tooling holes, pilot holes, or by hand (as required), per drawing or tooling instructions.
• Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling/hand clamps.
• Check for good edge margins and alignment.
• Shim and/or trim parts as required.
• Select drill bits, reamers and/or countersinking tools for pilot and full size holes.
• Locate, drill pilot holes using drill motor and proper size drill bit(s).
• Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts/assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size using drill motor.
• Set countersinking tools to proper depth as required.
• Disassemble parts and deburr holes using chip chasers, deburring tools, and files to prepare for installation of fasteners.
• Use solvents to clean surfaces prior to sealing or assembly.
• Apply sealant, alodine, primer, adhesives, special finishes.
• Load and unload ovens to bond detail parts to assemblies.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner.
• Determine and obtain correct type and size fasteners.
• Cold work holes to prepare for close tolerance fastener installation.
• Install bushings into housings using arbor press and/or hydraulic puller.
• Apply liquid nitrogen to facilitate installation of bushings.
• Install fasteners in correct sequence per drawing, using correct tools (e.g., rivet gun and bucking bar, drill motor, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner).
• Check work after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1 years of experience in assembly, manufacturing, military, automotive, or construction.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company.
• High-volume manufacturing experience.
• Experience drilling, reaming, honing and/or countersinking straight and close tolerance holes.
• Experience using various types of hand tools and/or hand-held power tools, floor-mounted power tools and precision measuring tools.
• Capable of visualizing a three-dimensional shape from a two-dimensional view and understanding symbols, flag notes, and general notes.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fractions).
• Experience making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience operating computing equipment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work additional overtime or weekend work as needed.
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Structures Technician/Level 1: $20.00 - $27.00/hour
Structures Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
Structures 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.