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SpaceX lists this Sheet Metal Technician (Starship) opportunity in brownsville, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Sheet Metal Technician (Starship)Starbase, TXSpaceX 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.Sheet Metal Technician (Starship)Responsibilities:Operate and maintain equipment such as laser cutters, press brakes, water jets, and roller machineryAssemble basic flight hardware which includes torqueing fastenersRead basic blueprints to ensure parts are made to engineering specifications to meet customer needsUse basic inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, and radius gauges to verify the conformance of hardwareFabricate complex, tight tolerance parts, using various sheet metal materials that include several types of steel aluminum, Pyron, and zoukBasic Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalency certificate1+ years of experience working with machinery in a shop environmentPreferred Skills and Experience:5+ years of machine operating experienceExperience operating all equipment in a high-volume sheet metal fabrication shopHigh mechanical aptitudeAdditional Requirements:Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as neededAbility to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimumAbility to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spacesComfortable with repetitive movement, bending or twisting, and using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distractingStand: Up to 6 hours per daySit: Up to 1 hour per dayPush/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 30 minutes to 1 hour per dayOverhead reach: Up to 1 hour per dayWalk: Up to 6 hours per dayLift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) between 1 to 2 hours per dayClimb (ladder/stairs): Up to 1 hour per dayKneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per dayUpper body twist: Up to 3 hours per dayAbility to work in temperatures over 80 degrees 30 minutes or less per dayCandidate must be capable of safely using an air purifying respirator, operating heavy equipment and machinery, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.ITAR Requirements:To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be 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 reach out to
Worksite address
brownsville, TX, 78521, US
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