Technical Translator (Chinese) - Production Support
Core
Provide accurate consecutive interpretation and translation of technical documents, work instructions, SOPs, and process documentation between English-speaking SpaceX production/engineering teams and Mandarin-speaking equipment installation and commissioning personnel.
Role type
Senior Technical Translator (Production Support)
Builds
Supports equipment installation, ramp, and ongoing operations across multiple advanced manufacturing programs.
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Industrial production
Required skills
Consecutive interpretation, technical translation, SOP creation, terminology management, quality assurance, stakeholder communication, process documentation, safety communication, vendor management, glossary maintenance
Preferred skills
Chemical engineering background, lean manufacturing knowledge, production metrics familiarity, rapid technical learning, organizational skills, shift work adaptability
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide consecutive interpretation between English and Mandarin teams; Translate technical documents, work instructions, SOPs, and manuals; Partner with engineering to communicate technical requirements and safety info; Manage and quality-assure permanent and temporary translator staff; Establish and maintain translation standards and glossaries; Embed on production floor during critical phases; Maintain confidentiality of proprietary processes; Scale interpreter coverage as needed.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC