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Telecommunications Technician

Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN SpaceX technicians work in a complex environment supporting a variety ...

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Deburr Technician (Machining)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$26.50 - $30/hr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... DEBURR TECHNICIAN (MACHINING) The Deburr Technician is a critical part of our machining team. The ...

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Starlink Production Technician - TWTA

Redmond, WA · On-site

$29.50 - $37/hr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... STARLINK PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN - TWTA A TWTA is a high-power microwave amplifier that uses a ...

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Integration Technician (Falcon)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$31 - $38/hr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... INTEGRATION TECHNICIAN (FALCON) The Integration Technician is responsible for the assembly ...

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AV Technician

Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... AV TECHNICIAN SpaceX is seeking an AV (Audio/Visual) Technician to deliver exceptional support for ...

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Test Technician (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$33 - $40/hr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... TEST TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet ...

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Integration Technician (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$33 - $40/hr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... PRODUCTION INTEGRATION TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) The Integration Technician is responsible for hardware ...

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Integration Technician (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$33 - $40/hr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... PRODUCTION INTEGRATION TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) The Integration Technician is responsible for hardware ...

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What is a SpaceX technician?

A SpaceX Technician is responsible for assembling, testing, and maintaining spacecraft, rockets, or related components. They work in various disciplines, such as avionics, propulsion, or composites, ensuring that all systems meet strict quality and safety standards. Technicians use specialized tools and follow engineering blueprints to complete tasks critical to space missions. This role requires technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What does a SpaceX technician do?

As a SpaceX Technician, your day often starts with a briefing and reviewing work assignments related to assembly, testing, or maintenance of spacecraft components. You may work on hands-on technical tasks, troubleshoot equipment issues, and document your work in specialized systems. Technicians regularly collaborate with engineers and other technical teams to resolve challenges and ensure quality standards are met. The role is dynamic, sometimes including shift work or overtime to meet demanding project timelines. This collaborative and fast-paced environment requires strong attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication with colleagues.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a SpaceX technician?

To thrive as a SpaceX Technician, you need a strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, or aerospace systems, typically supported by a relevant associate degree or technical certification. Familiarity with hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and software like CAD or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork skills set outstanding technicians apart. These competencies are essential for maintaining safety, ensuring mission success, and supporting complex operations in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

How to get hired by SpaceX?

To become a SpaceX technician, candidates should have relevant technical skills, such as experience with aerospace systems, electronics, or mechanical work, and often hold a related degree or certification. Applying through the company's careers website and demonstrating hands-on experience with tools and systems used in aerospace manufacturing and maintenance are essential steps. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are also important.
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IT Network Infrastructure Technician

Cape Canaveral, FL • On-site

SpaceX
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$20 - $25.75/hr

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Posted 28 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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.
IT NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNICIAN
SpaceX technicians work in a complex environment supporting a variety of critical launch and landing activities. The launch communications team installs and supports the infrastructure used for all types of telecommunications in support of our launch vehicles and spacecraft, including the layer 1 fiber and copper data network cabling infrastructure, operational voice (both wired and wireless systems), mission video, ground-side vehicle and payload interface RF systems, ground stations, telemetry and optical tracking systems, marine communications, readiness testing, and other systems involved in real-time communications and operations for Falcon, Dragon, Starship and other missions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Install, terminate, test, troubleshoot, and document test results for fiber, network, audio, video, and RF cabling
  • Install, test, and troubleshoot audio, video, and RF equipment
  • Install cable pathway systems (cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks or D-rings)
  • Install, terminate, test, label, and document horizontal, backbone and other cables
  • Build out telecommunication and equipment rooms
  • Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, and lugs
  • Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments
  • Investigate, diagnose, correct, and document instrumentation or system malfunctions
  • Perform complex technical assignments involving communications systems, instrumentation and data acquisition/processing systems
  • Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data
  • Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints, and engineering sketches

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2+ years of experience installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing: fiber optics, copper cabling (RF, Ethernet), network and telephony installation, and audio/video systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Ability to install, terminate and test low voltage cables and fiber optical cables to include twisted pair, coaxial, stranded and solid conductor low voltage cables, single mode and multi-mode fiber optical cables
  • Strong knowledge of industry standards (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA); different types of fiber (MM, SM) for interior and exterior usage; Cat5E, Cat6 and Cat6A data cabling; and cable pathways such as conduit, fire penetrations and cable trays
  • Knowledge of the telecom network best practices and concepts including network security, network architecture design, technical standards and deliverables, troubleshooting tools (e.g., line analyzers, breakout boxes, and network traces), software and hardware installation and configuration, network hardware, and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DLC, and ASYNC)
  • Working knowledge of audio, video, and wireless systems and corresponding physical means of delivery (i.e. analog, digital, AoIP, VoIP)
  • Operational knowledge of oscilloscopes and multi-meters, soldering wires and connectors, various crimping tools, wire stripping techniques, Ohm's law, continuity testing, pinning out a military type connector, routing and tie wrapping cables, drilling and tapping holes, and building junction boxes
  • Experience with DC power supplies, DC-DC converters, heat shrink tubing, cable harnessing, lacing, and proper strain relief concepts
  • Experience with IP and HD-SDI video cameras and infrastructure
  • Comprehension of modern networking architecture and what is necessary for physical layer inter-connectivity
  • Experience operating articulating boom lifts, fork lifts, scissor lifts, and other work site machinery

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
  • Ability to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks
  • Ability to work at elevated heights and/or tight spaces
  • Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment up to 25 lbs
  • Regularly exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
  • Work occasionally performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
  • Available to work overtime hours, nights and weekends when required by mission milestones
  • Ability to travel (~10-25%) as required to other SpaceX locations
  • Typical 50 hour work weeks with overtime as required; schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
    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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