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 beyond Earth.
MATERIALS TECHNICIAN – MECHANICAL TEST
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform preparation, operation, maintenance, and care for mechanical testing and test frames
- Perform work and provide results for various mechanical tests including tensile, compression, fatigue, and impact tests at cryogenic, room, and elevated temperatures
- Use of mechanical testing software, data collection, and data report generation
- Expedite samples across the SpaceX campus between engineers and testing labs
- Detailed documentation of testing parameters, equipment setup, and other possible variables
- Maintain and use precision calibrated tools including micrometers, calipers, etc.
- Work with engineering to execute testing per various needs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of experience working in a mechanical testing laboratory
- Associate’s degree in engineering, math, or science, or 3+ years of professional experience in a materials testing/evaluation focused role within the aerospace industry
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Ability to multitask and rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a fast-paced, challenging, work environment
- Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Atlassian JIRA, and work order systems
- Knowledge of tensile test setup and test frames
- Understanding of tensile, fatigue, impact, and fracture testing
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Experience using various types of hand tools and/or power tools
ADDITONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to work off-shifts and available for overtime and weekends if needed with minimal notice
- Able to wear appropriate PPE for mechanical testing and machine shop environment
- Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted. Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- 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.
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