Launch Pad Technician - Weekend Shifts

LAUNCH PAD TECHNICIAN - WEEKEND SHIFTS

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform daily scheduled preventative maintenance or repairs of launch critical systems and components
• Provide feedback to leadership and engineering about launch pad systems and components
• Troubleshoot issues found during maintenance inspections of fluid and mechanical systems
• Follow standard practices and procedures needed to perform daily tasks
• Operate heavy machinery including forklifts and aerial platforms
• Work with a team of technicians to ensure every system is maintained with the highest level of quality to support 100% successful launch of a multi-million dollar launch vehicle
• Assist other technicians during launches with vehicle roll out, launch procedures, and post launch securing
• Assist fluids technicians during post launch pad refurbishments and modifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of hands on experience in assembly, test, maintenance, repair and/or installation, OR a certificate from an accredited trade skills program

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in aerospace technology or equivalent area of study
• 1+ years of experience working with high pressure pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems
• Previous professional experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
• Previous professional experience maintaining and troubleshooting complex fluid and mechanical systems
• Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions
• Ability to utilize precision measuring instruments
• Knowledge of different fittings such as natural pipe thread (NPT)
• Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Space Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Ability to work one of the following shifts:
  
  
  
  • Day shift: 6:00am - 6:00pm
    
    
    
    • Thursday - Sunday
    • Friday - Monday
    • Saturday - Tuesday
    
    
    
    
  • Night Shift: 6:00pm - 6:00am
    
    
    
    • Thursday - Sunday
    • Friday - Monday
    • Saturday - Tuesday
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  
• Ability to work at elevated heights
• Flexibility in work schedule, supporting all shifts/overtime, as necessary, to support business needs
• Candidate must be willing to work various shift schedules and overtime
• Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 30 lbs)
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
• Work occasionally performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Launch Pad Technician/Level 1: $20.00 - $27.00/hour
Launch Pad Technician/Level 2: $25.00 - $32.50/hour
Launch Pad Technician/Level 3: $30.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.