Parachute Rigger & Quality Specialist
Parachute Rigger & Quality Specialist
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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 ofenabling human life on Mars.
PARACHUTE RIGGER & QUALITY SPECIALIST
This role is critical to Americas Human Spaceflight Program helping to pack parachutes for the vehicle that will take astronauts to and from the international space station and beyond. They will also assist in review of the quality and conformance of the input components and subassemblies as well as assist in the rigging of future parachute systems within SpaceX. This role will have a close feedback loop with engineering production and the greater SpaceX team in our pursuit and relentless drive to making the road to and from space as safe and reliable as possible
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Fold rig and pack parachutes and other specialized softgoods for human spaceflight in accordance to SpaceX policies and procedures
- Support development of new packing/rigging procedures for new development projects
- Support continuous improvement of work instructions and procedures
- Perform build reviews and drive improvements to product quality and reliability
- Perform inprocess inspections final inspections and postflight inspections of parachutes and other soft goods identifying and documenting nonconformances according to SpaceX policies and procedures
- Validate incoming received parts and materials to approved drawings and specification standards. Create record of quality review
- Maintain and promote a quality culture within the organization
- Manage calibrated equipment and testing equipment including coordinating ontime recalibration
- Conduct strength and performance testing of components on specialized equipment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2 years of inspection or technician experience in an aerospace military or manufacturing environment
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Strong communication skills (written and oral)
- Senior Riggers License FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) or military equivalent
- Experience with parachute systems (large or cargo canopies preferred and/or pressure packing canopies)
- FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) airframe and powerplant (A&P) certificate
- Experience with textiles (cords webbing and tapes; broadcloths; thread)
- Experience in quality department or through quality training
- Knowledge of quality assurance principles methods and processes
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings an understanding for drawing symbols flag notes and general notes
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions read travelers and standard operating procedures
- Attention to detail and accuracy while working within a fastpaced production environment
- Intermediate level skill withWindows operations systems andMicrosoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word Outlook)
- Experience withhand toolshydraulic equipmentovensand tensile testing machines
- Strong understanding of safety programs and OSHA regulations and requirements
- Practical experience working within quality management systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001)
- Proficiency in other languages (Spanish Portuguese Vietnamese)
- Must be able to workextendedhoursand/orweekends/holidays as necessary
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 25lbs unassisted
- Standing for long periods of time bending grasping sitting pulling pushing stooping and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position
- Must be able to travel to remote sites as needed
- Ability to pass Space Force background check for Cape Canaveral
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder) (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158 or be 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.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceXs Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
