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
Deliver high-quality results by performing various standardized mechanical: tests including tensile, compression, fatigue, and fracture toughness at cryogenic, room, and elevated temperatures to help support the building and development of SpaceX’s launch vehicles and spacecraft
Use of mechanical testing software, data collection, and data report generation
Work with engineering to execute non-standard testing to support launch: vehicle and spacecraft hardware design and production
Test Article fabrication (including machining, welding bonding, polishing, fixturing)
Characterization of materials and welds though sample preparation and: executing testing procedures using equipment such as microscopes, sectioning and polishing equipment, SEM/EDS FTIR, and other miscellaneous tools
Operate machining equipment, mills, routers, lathes, and grinders (preferably CNC program capable)
What they're looking for
- Ensure all test equipment/measurement tool calibration is scheduled and performed
- Analysis of data and reporting results to engineering teams
- Maintain a clean and organized work station
- Run and maintain cure ovens and temperature loggers