Thermal Development Technician (Starship)
Core
Fabricating and manufacturing ceramic thermal protection system components (tiles, coatings, gap fillers) for next-generation rockets and spacecraft to survive atmospheric entry.
Role type
Hands-on IC thermal development technician
Builds
Ceramic refractory billets, thermal gap fillers, coatings, and other TPS components for SpaceX Starship and spacecraft
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Thermal protection systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
ceramic material handling, precision measuring instruments, operating personnel platforms, setting up curing equipment, mixing sealants and coatings, surface preparation, bonding, oven curing, reading engineering drawings, basic stud arc welding, robotic automation basics, PLC understanding
Preferred skills
TPS or PICA experience, applying sealants and special finishes, operating 6-axis robots, using Simatic HMIs, basic mathematical concepts, Office platform proficiency
Technologies
Kuka robots, Simatic HMIs, PLCs, ovens, high-temperature kilns
Responsibilities
Preprocess and manufacture ceramic fibers, filaments, and powders; fabricate ceramic refractory billets and thermal components; perform product inspection and rework; document processes precisely; assist in maintenance and repair of production machinery
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC