The opportunity
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.
What you'll do
Prepare metallic COPV liners and bond interfaces for overwrap, including grit: blast, hand abrasion, and power abrasion
Manufacture COPVs by filament winding composite fiber onto liners, including: hoop and helical winding patterns, fiber tension, and resin application (wet winding and/or towpreg)
Set up, operate, and tend filament winding equipment; load liners, verify: winding programs, and monitor fiber path, bandwidth, and resin wet-out during the wrap
Mix, handle, and apply resins and adhesives per process specification,: including pot life, mix ratio, and material traceability
Cure COPV overwraps and bonded assemblies in ovens or autoclaves, including: thermocouple placement and process monitoring
Trim and finish composite and composite-metallic COPV assemblies to drawing requirements
What they're looking for
- Assemble COPV hardware, including setup, bonding, and fastener installation: at bosses, fittings, and related structure
- Complete basic layouts on parts and assemblies to establish reference points: and verify dimensions using calipers, micrometers, precision scales, and torque wrenches
- Follow travelers, work instructions, and standard operating procedures;: record work and nonconformances as required
- Maintain FOD control, material traceability, and a clean, organized work area: in a high-rate production environment
