Thermal Development Technician (Starship) - Temporary
Core
Fabricate and process ceramic materials and components for thermal protection systems (TPS) to protect SpaceX rockets during atmospheric entry.
Role type
Manufacturing technician (thermal protection systems)
Builds
Ceramic refractory billets, tiles, gap fillers, coatings, and other TPS components for Starship
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 welding, robotic automation basics, PLC operation
Preferred skills
TPS or PICA experience, applying sealants and primers, operating 6-axis robots, using Simatic HMIs, basic mathematical concepts
Technologies
Kuka robots, Simatic HMIs, PLCs, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Preprocess and manufacture ceramic fibers, filaments, and powders; fabricate ceramic refractory billets and tiles; perform surface preparation, bonding, and oven curing; document processes; inspect and rework products; maintain production machinery
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC