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SpaceX lists this Soft Goods Technician, Sewer (Starfall) opportunity in bloomfield, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Soft Goods Technician, Sewer (Starfall)Bloomfield, CTSpaceX 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.Soft Goods Technician, Sewer (Starfall)SpaceX is seeking exceptional employees to join the Bloomfield, Connecticut soft goods team in producing a variety of specialized fabric products (parachutes, rip-stitch modulators, protective closeouts, insulative covers etc.) for multiple SpaceX programs (Starfall, Dragon, Starship, Starlink). As a technician on the soft goods team, you will have the opportunity to develop a diverse skill set, ranging from sewing and hardware installation to operating automated machinery.Responsibilities:Prepare for work via gathering and sorting materials and toolsHandle a range of fabrics and materials with various properties (nylon, kevlar, zylon, spectra, teflon etc.)Cut and mark materials from templates and patterns to specified tolerancesFollow written work instructions on computers, perform basic math and measurements with calibrated tools, and read engineering drawings to accurately assemble productsNavigate through SpaceX's online work order system, accurately clocking in and out of operationsInstall hardware such as pins, rivets, grommets, snaps, zippers, and fastenersStitch components and materials by sewing machine (light, medium, heavy-duty) or by hand sewingAdjust settings on machines as needed by observing machine operation and detecting malfunctions/deviationsMaintain quality by inspecting raw material for flaws and finished product for nonconformanceDocument actions by completing production and quality logsWork with engineering and supervision to resolve assembly problems and implement process improvementsEnsure your workspace is maintained, cleaned, and organized every dayWill adhere to safety and personal protection practicesBasic Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalency certificate1+ years of hands-on work experience working in a manufacturing or production setting1+ year of experience using workplace software (google workspace, Microsoft office, internal data or ticketing systems) in a professional, academic, or project settingPreferred Skills and Experience:2+ years of professional sewing experienceExperience as a seamster/seamstress/machinist in an industrial environmentExperience in the automotive, aerospace, or marine upholstery tradesExperience with multi-needle (two-needle, four-needle) and zig-zag machinesExperience with automatic machines (bar tacking, pattern tacking)Experience following written technical instructions and working to specificationsExperience creating and cutting different materials and fabricsAdditional Requirements:Must be able to work long hours (10+) and weekends/holidays as necessaryMust be able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimumMust be willing to work all shifts and overtime as needed.Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. unassistedITAR 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
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bloomfield, CT, 06002, US
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