Thermal Development Technician, Robotic Welding (Starship)
Core
Maintain, program, and operate robotic and automated systems while supporting heat shield manufacturing and integration for the Starship spacecraft.
Role type
Thermal Development Technician (Robotic Welding)
Builds
Heat shield components and thermal protection systems for Starship
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Robotic systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Robotic system operation and maintenance, Electrical component installation and repair, Mechanical component replacement, Ceramic refractory fabrication support, Process documentation, Hardware inspection and rework
Preferred skills
6-axis robot operation (Kuka/Fanuc), PLC programming, CNC machine operation, Stud arc welding, Electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic schematic interpretation, Heavy equipment operation
Technologies
Kuka robots, Fanuc robots, PLCs, CNC machines
Responsibilities
Maintain vacuum chambers, thermal chambers, CNC machines, and robotic welders; Replace and install electrical and mechanical components; Support fabrication of ceramic tiles and thermal gap fillers; Document material processing processes; Perform hardware inspection and rework
Seniority
Mid-level Technician