IT Network Infrastructure Technician

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.

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 groundside vehicle and payload interface RF systems ground stations telemetry and optical tracking systems marine communications readiness testing and other systems involved in realtime 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 Jhooks or Drings)
• 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 multimode 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 multimeters soldering wires and connectors various crimping tools wire stripping techniques Ohms 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 DCDC converters heat shrink tubing cable harnessing lacing and proper strain relief concepts
• Experience with IP and HDSDI video cameras and infrastructure
• Comprehension of modern networking architecture and what is necessary for physical layer interconnectivity
• 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 extended hours nights and weekends when required by mission milestones
• Ability to travel (1025%) 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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

IT Network Infrastructure Technician/Level 1: $25.00 $33.00/hour
IT Network Infrastructure Technician/Level 2: $30.00 $39.00/hour
IT Network Infrastructure Technician/Level 3: $35.00 $45.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a casebycase basis and may vary based on the following considerations: jobrelated knowledge and skills education and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for longterm incentives in the form of company stock stock options or longterm cash awards as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage access to a 401(k) retirement plan short and longterm disability insurance life insurance paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual carryover and use requirements of the law.

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.

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