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 is seeking exceptional employees to enable the success of its Starfall and Dragon parachute systems. The Parachute Rigger & Quality Specialist will pack parachutes in accordance with documented procedures across several products. Additionally, this role will assist in reviewing the quality and conformance of numerous other soft goods components that the Bloomfield, Connecticut site produces. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of inspection or technician experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment
- Must be able to work long hours (10+) and weekends/holidays as necessary
- Must be able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum
- Must be willing to work all shifts and overtime as needed
- Must be able to travel to remote sites if required
More about this 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.
SpaceX is seeking exceptional employees to enable the success of its Starfall and Dragon parachute systems. The Parachute Rigger & Quality Specialist will pack parachutes in accordance with documented procedures across several products. Additionally, this role will assist in reviewing the quality and conformance of numerous other soft goods components that the Bloomfield, Connecticut site produces. This role will have a close feedback loop with engineering, production, and the greater SpaceX team in our pursuit of making access to and from space as safe and reliable as possible.
- Fold, rig, and pack parachutes for both human and cargo spaceflight in accordance with SpaceX policies and procedures
- Support development of new packing/rigging procedures for new projects
- Support continuous improvement of work instructions and procedures
- Perform build reviews and drive improvements to product quality and...
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