Launch Technician, Instrumentation - Temporary

SpaceX - Brownsville, TX

Install and terminate wiring to pad instrumentation and data acquisition systems

Install connectors, connector pins, terminals and lugs

Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments such as ohmmeters and voltage calibrators

Perform work in support of fellow electronic technicians and engineering employees using shop assembly equipment and hand tools

Collaborate with design engineers to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data

LENGTH OF POSITION: 12 Months

LOCATION: Brownsville, TX

SHIFT: 1st, must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required

High school diploma or GED

Professional experience working with instrumentation such as transducers, accelerometers, and thermocouples

Experience with ISO 9000 standards

2+ years of professional, hands-on experience working with launch site instrumentation

Professional experience working in a clean room

Previous experience with surface-mount technology

Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Aptitude for learning basic direct current electrical theory

Ability to work with design engineers to develop and document various set-up procedures

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Ability to work any shift required

Willingness to travel

Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, team environment

Ability to lift heavy objects is required (35 lbs)

Ability to work at elevated heights

Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain

Ability to work in small spaces as flight hardware is typically built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here ( http://pmddtc.state.gov/regulations_laws/itar.html ).

SpaceX

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SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.LAUNCH TECHNICIAN, INSTRUMENTATIONThis is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.