Tube Bender (Starship)
Core
Fabricate precision tube assemblies for the Starship vehicle using mechanical knowledge and hands-on operation of tube-bending equipment.
Role type
Sheet metal technician (tube bending)
Builds
Precision tube assemblies for the Starship vehicle
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
CNC bending machine operation, blueprint interpretation, tube fabrication setup, quality improvement actions, thin-walled tubing handling, metal alloy knowledge (Inconel, titanium, aluminum, nickel, stainless steel), manual tubing bender operation, orbital tube welding knowledge, tube cleaning procedures
Preferred skills
Lean/continuous improvement tools training, air purifying respirator usage, heavy equipment operation
Technologies
Crippa, BLM, Horn bending machines
Responsibilities
Coordinate tube bending operations including prep, flaring, CNC bending, inspection, and cleaning; Set up and operate tube-bending equipment to close tolerances; Solve tube fitment issues and document changes; Develop actions to improve quality and productivity
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC