CareerPlan

Propulsion Technician (Falcon)

Hawthorne, CAFull-time2026-09-29 → 2026-11-10
Citizens or permanent residents only

Core

Assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of rocket propulsion engines and sub-assemblies for Falcon vehicles.

Role type

Propulsion Technician (hands-on IC)

Builds

Rocket propulsion systems and engine test units

Domain

Aerospace / Propulsion

Required skills

Mechanical knowledge, engine assembly, troubleshooting, test cell instrumentation operation, pressure/temperature/flow measurement, problem solving

Preferred skills

A&P license, aircraft/rocket engine experience, aerospace engine experience, computer network systems proficiency

Technologies

CRT screens, Daytronic vibration analyzer, computer network systems

Responsibilities

Stage, install, set-up, test and de-stage engines; Troubleshoot engines and cell systems; Operate test cell instrumentation; Accept or reject test units based on calculated test data

Seniority

Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC