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Aerospace, Space Exploration, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

Millwright (Launch Hardware)

Cape Canaveral, FLFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

Millwright
Launch Hardware
mechanical systems
rocket launch facilities
blueprints
diagrams
schematic drawings
stationary industrial machinery
mechanical equipment
hand tools

Nice to have

inspection equipment
micrometers
gauge blocks
dial indicators
height gauges
software observation

Role summary

The Millwright (Launch Hardware) will be responsible for building and improving mechanical systems at rocket launch facilities. This role involves reading blueprints, installing and maintaining industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, troubleshooting power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and operating machine tools to fabricate parts. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or tooling, and the ability to work in a dynamic, safety-critical environment. Preferred skills include experience with inspection equipment and demonstrated leadership.

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.

MILLWRIGHT (LAUNCH HARDWARE)

As part of the Launch Hardware Fabrication & Tooling team you will work on building and improving the mechanical systems at our rocket launch facilities. You will be on the ground floor, getting your hands dirty and contributing directly to the success of future launches.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Read blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures

Install stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans using hand and power tools

Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect irregularities and malfunctions

Adjust machinery and repairing or replacing defective parts

Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps, motors and programmable logic controls

Operate rigging equipment and dollies to place heavy machinery and parts

Fit bearings, align gears and shafts, attach motors, and connect couplings and belts to precise tolerances

Align and test equipment, and make any necessary adjustments

Perform predictive and operational procedures

Operate machine tools to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up of machinery

Ensure operating safety devices function properly on completion of repairs, modifications and installations

Sharpen and maintain cutting tools

Keep detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

3+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production or tooling environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience using inspection equipment, such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges

Able to use and learn a variety of software to observe, analyze, evaluate, and communicate pertinent information

Demonstrated leadership and dependability

Able to adapt to an extremely dynamic work environment while maintaining a positive attitude

Able to find solutions to problems through diverse thinking while utilizing a varied experience

Able to maintain the highest level of safety on the job site and bring new ideas of how to continue to work safely and effectively in new locations and changing environments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral

Ability to work the following shift: Monday – Friday 6:00am – 5:30pm

Ability to work nights & weekends when needed to meet critical launch milestones

Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.) unassisted

Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand

Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 100 feet)

Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain

Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Travel to other sites may be required, up to 15% of the time

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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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