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Key Highlights
- Founded in 2002 by Elon Musk
- Headquartered in Hawthorne, California
- Developed Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets
- Raised over $7 billion with a valuation of $137 billion
SpaceX, founded in 2002 by Elon Musk, is a leading aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company has developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, as well as the Dragon spacecraft, which delivers cargo to the International Space Statio...
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Overview
SpaceX is hiring a Development Test Technician (Mechanical) to assemble, troubleshoot, and maintain flight-worthy spacecraft engines and components. You'll work on test operations and support engineering with process improvements at the McGregor facility.
Job Description
Who you are
You are a hands-on technician with a background in mechanical engineering, eager to work in a fast-paced environment where you can assemble, troubleshoot, and maintain spacecraft engines. You enjoy working as part of a highly integrated team and are committed to ensuring safety and quality in all operations. You have a keen eye for detail and are proactive in suggesting and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in your work. You thrive in a dynamic setting and are excited about the opportunity to witness rocket engines in action.
What you'll do
As a Development Test Technician, you will prepare test articles and systems for operations, ensuring that all equipment and servicing are performed safely and professionally. You will be responsible for performing post-test operations and inspections to guarantee that all hardware is flight-worthy. Your role will involve maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and instrumentation, ensuring that all test stand-related tasks are completed on time. You will collaborate closely with engineers to support the development and testing of cutting-edge technologies aimed at enabling human life on Mars. Your contributions will directly impact the success of SpaceX's ambitious goals.
What we offer
At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. We offer a collaborative work environment where your skills and ideas are valued. You will have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technologies and witness the results of your efforts firsthand. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
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