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LEAD LAUNCH TECHNICIAN (FLIGHT HARDWARE LOGISTICS) - 2ND SHIFT

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for booster and associated GSE movement across Cape launch site
• Responsible for proof loading all assets across multiple launch sites
• Perform route surveys prior to scheduled flight hardware moves
• Evaluate in-transit risks and provide on-site solutions to alleviate risk. Including: routing, repairs, escorts, and drivers – includes physical escorts across Launch sites
• Work with engineering to develop the daily work flow using Microsoft OneNote and Confluence software
• Assign technicians to specific jobs based on their ability and experience level for transports and maintenance
• Make critical decisions on the fly in a fast-paced environment that allows for the most efficient use of time and resources
• Look ahead and plan for upcoming operations and decide on the best course of action
• Stage, set up, assemble, test and install flight and non-flight hardware
• Use precision calibrated tools including torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
• Perform hands-on operations with small and large fragile assemblies and interpret blueprints
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions
• Collaborate with launch engineers to develop and document activities
• Troubleshoot equipment and hardware to determine root causes and propose possible solutions for engineering evaluation
• Ensure launch services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Evaluate in-transit risks and provide on-site solutions to alleviate risk. Including: routing, repairs, escorts, and drivers
• Maintain responsibility for transport tech crew and lead operations
• Organize, procure, and maintain tools needed to offload and pack up flight hardware
• Pack and organize cross country shipping fixtures and associated hardware for return to respective shipping site

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of prior leadership experience including leading teams, projects or people
• 1+ years experience with fleet operations and vehicle integration processes

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience operating CHANT Horizontal Proof test Machine
• Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices or mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
• Experience reading and understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment
• Experience managing personnel and directing workflow
• Ability to perform hydrostatic and pneumatic testing
• Associate's degree
• Airframe & Powerplant or Aerospace Technology certification

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work 2nd shift 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Willing to travel
• Able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
• Willing to work all hours, and overtime, as required
• Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 30 lbs.)
• Able to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladder
• Willing to operate heavy machinery
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, ice
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

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.

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