Thermal Development Technician (Starship)
Fabricate ceramic tiles, coatings, and thermal protection components for Starship heat shields
Apply- Seniority
- Technician
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- High school
- Industry
- Aerospace
- Role
- Manufacturing / Production
Role details
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. THERMAL DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP) The Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) team tackles space exploration’s toughest problems by developing the heat shields for our next generation rockets and spacecraft. This hardware must survive the most extreme environments known to mankind and protect our vehicle through atmospheric entry.
As a technician on the TPS team, you will thrive in a hands-on environment and will spend time in the office, on the factory floor, and in the lab to execute on the mission to bring the capability of flying astronauts back to the United States.
RESPONSIBILITIES
m. m. ) Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary Possess a valid Driver License Stand: Up to 10 hours per day Sit: Up to 1 hour per day Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 30 minutes to 1 hour per day Overhead reach: Up to 6 hours per day Walk: Up to 6 hours per day Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs.
(unassisted) 30 minutes to 1 hour per day Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 6 hours per day Kneel/Crouch: Up to 6 hours per day Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees Up to 1 hour per day Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. S. S. S. C. C. S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
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. com .
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