SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. Backed by Kleiner Perkins, a16z and Founders Fund.
About the role
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. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of experience using mechanical and/or electronics hand tools
- 3+ years of experience with pipe fitting and fabrication
- Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs (unassisted)
- Must be willing to travel up to 25%. Position is based in Brownsville, TX, however work at other SpaceX facilities for extended periods for similar work may be required
- Must be able to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
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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.
The Instrument Fitter is responsible for building, installing, and troubleshooting fluid systems in support of the Starship production facility. Instrument Fitters play a key role in the design process by providing feedback to engineers on how the resources will be operated and maintained.
- Fabricate and install fluid system components from a schematic or engineering drawing, including but not limited to:
- Stainless steel/aluminum piping
- Ball/check valves
- Pressure regulators
- Sensors/gauges
- Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, data sheets/manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches
- Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test, and integration equipment
- Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors
- Complete necessary wiring of the electrical ground support equipment for ground systems
- Perform high pressure liquid...
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