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SpaceX Controls Technician (Starship Tower) Night Shift - Cape Canaveral, FL in Cape Canaveral, Florida
468820BR
Auto req ID:
468820BR
Company:
SpaceX
Job Code:
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Job Description:
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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.
CONTROLS TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP TOWER) - NIGHT SHIFT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, datasheets/manuals, drawings, blueprints, and engineering sketches
Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of ground hardware, test, and integration equipment
Fabricate and install parts and systems used in launch environments using hand tools, power tools, and test instruments
Connect and verify pressure transducers, thermocouples, and other sensors
Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, and lugs
Complete necessary wiring of the electrical ground support equipment for ground systems
Collaborate with launch engineers to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from launch activities
Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify wiring of electronics racks and junction boxes
Perform maintenance tasks as required in a variety of roles for vehicle integration, pad maintenance, site preventative maintenance, general facilities, and any other general maintenance work as required to maintain an operational launch site
Position Title:
Controls Technician (Starship Tower) Night Shift - Cape Canaveral, FL
Job Category:
Technician
Minimum Education Required:
High School/GED
City*:
Cape Canaveral
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:
BASIC QUALIFCATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of experience as a mechanic, technician, or construction worker
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
3+ years of experience using power tools in a professional capacity
1+ years of experience with electronic system assembly and construction
3+ years of experience working with any of the following instrumentation: resistance temperature devices (RTDs), thermocouples, strain gages, load cells, displacement transducers, pressure transducers
Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
Basic knowledge of Wheatstone bridge theory, ability to apply ohms law, and an understanding of DC electronics
Associate degree in instrumentation, control technology, electrical systems, or another related field
Experience working in corrosive environments and mitigation techniques
Operational knowledge of an oscilloscope, multimeter, soldering wires, connectors
System level troubleshooting skills and the ability to logically solve instrumentation system problems and determine corrective action
Knowledge in signal conditioning concepts for various types of sensors to include the following: Thermocouple Types K,S, and E; TC bonding concepts: resistance weld on and adhesive bond on types; TC probes through thermowell sheaths; cold Junction compensation concepts
Experience with the following devices: DC power supplies; DC-DC converters; UPS installations; heat shrink tubing, cable harnessing, lacing, and proper strain relief concepts
Working knowledge of transducers, operational amplifiers, and the knowledge of measurement techniques for temperature, pressure, flow, displacement, vibration and the application strain gages are also highly desired. Identify required data, data acquisition plans and test parameters, setting up equipment to conform to these specifications
Working knowledge of multiple bus architectures (PCI/PCIe, PXI/PXIe, GPIB, Serial, USB, etc.) and data communication technologies
Demonstrated capabilities in the development of comprehensive project plans that include all tasks; stage/gate milestones, and reviews necessary to successfully develop and implement solutions
Intermediate skill level using Windows operating systems
Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, OneNote)
Knowledge in data acquisition concepts, hardware, and interfacing (SCXI and PXI based)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
Ability work work the following shift:
Monday - Friday 4:00pm - 2:30am
Work schedule varies depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required
Must be willing to travel to other SpaceX locations as necessary
Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be able to work at elevated heights (up to 500 feet), including the use of ladders
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, ice
State*:
Florida