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
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
What they're looking for
- 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