Test Operations Technician – Raptor – Night Shift – Level 4
| Company | SpaceX |
|---|---|
| Location | McGregor, TX, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 6+ years of experience working with and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, high pressure fluid/pneumatic systems, or heavy equipment
- 6+ years of experience using power tools, hand tools, and calibrated tooling
Responsibilities
- Perform staging, set up, assembly, tests, and installation of hardware for flight, qualification, and development engines
- Read and interpret work instructions and drawings
- Prepare test articles, test stands, and systems for test operations
- Ensure all build, integration, and test stand-related equipment, systems, and servicing are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed
- Fabricate, repair, and assemble hardware/equipment/tooling/shop aids needed for build, integration, and test operations
- Collaborate with engineers to develop and document activities and processes
- Ensure all components and materials are clean and inspected according to Clean for Oxygen Service Standards
- Operate and maintain hardware, high pressure systems, pumps, pneumatic systems, avionics, and other ancillary equipment
- Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits or certifications as required
- Acquire proper inventory parts and equipment needed for repair or replacement of defective components
- Process work orders and maintenance tickets
- Perform a variety of related duties in support of engine build, integration, and test operations
- Develop novel ways site wide to streamline processes and increase the reliability of testing operations
Preferred Qualifications
- A&P license
- Experience in aviation electronics and avionics
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) certification or training
- Experience with testing process and optimization of test processes
- Experience with hydraulic plumbing repair/fabrication
- Experience in ground support equipment in aerospace industry
- Experience in the space exploration industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment
- Basic computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and photo generation/compilation
- Experience with crane and lift operations
- Knowledge of vacuum systems
- Knowledge of avionics systems
- Knowledge of all types of bore scope inspection equipment
- Knowledge of different fittings such as NPT, MS, and A/N and Swagelok
- A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical manuals and reports
- Ability to read, and understand operating system schematics and drawings
- Use of precision measuring instruments/equipment
- Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees and customers
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment