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 scaling advanced manufacturing across multiple programs and has a multi-year need for technical language support with Chinese-speaking equipment, installation, and process teams. We are seeking a permanent Technical Translator to set translation standards, provide high-quality interpretation and translation, and build/manage a mix of permanent and temporary Mandarin translators as demand scales. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (chemical, materials, mechanical, electrical, or other engineering discipline)
- Native or near-native fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) and professional fluency in English (spoken and written)
- 2+ years of professional experience in technical interpretation, technical translation, or a closely related technical communication role
- Ability to work on-site in an industrial manufacturing environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds unassisted, and work around industrial equipment and chemicals
- Willingness to support extended hours, weekends, and varying shifts as required during critical installation and ramp periods
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 scaling advanced manufacturing across multiple programs and has a multi-year need for technical language support with Chinese-speaking equipment, installation, and process teams. We are seeking a permanent Technical Translator to set translation standards, provide high-quality interpretation and translation, and build/manage a mix of permanent and temporary Mandarin translators as demand scales.
- Provide accurate consecutive interpretation between English-speaking SpaceX production, engineering, and leadership teams and Mandarin-speaking equipment installation, commissioning, and technical personnel
- Translate technical documents, work instructions, SOPs, manuals, specifications, and process documentation supporting equipment installation, ramp, and ongoing operations across multiple programs
- Partner directly with engineering and production teams to ensure precise communication of technical...
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