Thermal Development Technician (Starship)
Core
Manufacturing ceramic fibers, filaments, powders, and components for heat shields to protect SpaceX rockets during atmospheric entry.
Role type
Production technician for thermal protection systems
Builds
Heat shields and thermal protection system components for Starship rockets
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Thermal protection systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
ceramic material processing, laminate fabrication, vacuum bagging, product inspection, mechanical testing, reading engineering drawings, operating curing equipment
Preferred skills
composite tooling, thermal protection system (TPS) experience, phenolic impregnated carbon ablator (PICA) experience, applying sealants and adhesives, mixing chemical precursors
Technologies
Instron, ovens, high temperature kilns, vacuum bagging equipment
Responsibilities
Process and manufacture ceramic fibers and powders; fabricate ceramic refractory billets and tiles; prepare laminates and perform vacuum bagging; document processes; perform product inspection and rework; assist in machinery maintenance
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC