Propulsion Technician (Raptor Test) - Night Shift
Core
Assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain flight and development rocket engines, test equipment, and tooling for SpaceX's Raptor engine program.
Role type
Senior IC propulsion technician (rocket engine test)
Builds
Flight-worthy rocket engines and associated test equipment
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Rocket development
Required skills
mechanical systems troubleshooting, high-pressure fluid/pneumatic systems, power tools, hand tools, calibrated tooling, hydraulic plumbing repair/fabrication, crane and lift operations, vacuum systems, avionics systems, bore scope inspection, precision measuring instruments, NPT/MS/A/N and Swagelok fittings, technical manuals interpretation, operating system schematics
Preferred skills
A&P license, aviation electronics, SAE certification, testing process optimization, ground support equipment in aerospace, space exploration/aviation/military experience, Microsoft Office, vacuum systems, bore scope inspection equipment, NPT/MS/A/N and Swagelok fittings, technical manuals, operating system schematics, precision measuring instruments
Technologies
Microsoft Office, bore scope inspection equipment, NPT/MS/A/N and Swagelok fittings
Responsibilities
Perform staging, set up, assembly, tests, and installation of hardware for flight, qualification, and development engines; Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation; Fabricate, repair, and assemble hardware/equipment/tooling/shop aids; Operate and maintain hardware, high pressure systems, pumps, pneumatic systems, avionics, and other ancillary equipment; Ensure all components and materials are clean and inspected according to Clean for Oxygen Service Standards; Develop novel ways to streamline processes and increase reliability of testing operations
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC