NDE Technician, Level II Trainee (Starship) - Temporary

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.

NDE TECHNICIAN, LEVEL II TRAINEE (STARSHIP) - TEMPORARY POSITION

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• General clean-up and maintenance of work areas
• Move and operate heavy equipment
• Drive and maneuver boom and scissor lifts
• Miscellaneous tasks as directed
• Adhere to proper safety guidelines at all times
• Assist certified technician in holding boundaries as needed throughout the shift

POSITION DETAILS:

This 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.

• LENGTH OF POSITION: 6 months
• LOCATION: Brownsville, TX
• SHIFT: 1st and 2nd, must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing facility
• Hands-on experience working with power tools
• Ability to read, understand, and work to specifications and drawings
• Acute attention to detail
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• A positive, upbeat attitude and ability to perform work expectations and thrive in a high-stress environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people
• Willingness to learn in the field of non-destructive testing and accumulate on-the-job training in various methods

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be physically capable of performing manual labor tasks, including lifting up to 25 lbs. (unassisted)
• Ability to work at heights over 30 feet
• Ability to attend and pass required 40 hour radiation safety class
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, etc.
• Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Ability to be available to work overtime and weekends as needed based on site priority; flexibility required
• Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment requiring prolonged mental concentration

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.

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.