Flight Asset Technician Level 4/5 - Cape Canaveral, FL
Flight Asset Technician Level 4/5 - Cape Canaveral, FL
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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 of enabling human life on Mars.
FLIGHT ASSET TECHNICIAN - LEVEL 4/5
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the movement of Falcon 9 stages payloads Dragon capsules and associated ground support equipment (GSE) across the Cape Canaveral launch site
Perform preventative maintenance and repair of shipping fixtures and GSE
Work with a team of technicians and engineers to ensure transport systems and equipment are maintained with the highest level of quality to support current and future manifest
Utilize heavy machinery (forklift telescopic overhead crane) to lift and move flight hardware and associated GSE after delivery and prior to shipping
Evaluate in-transit risks and provide on-site solutions to alleviate risk. Including routes repairs escorts and drivers includes physical escorts across launch sites
Pack up and organize cross-country shipping fixtures and associated hardware for return to the respective shipping site
Organize procure and maintain tools needed to offload and pack up flight hardware
Develop document and coordinate work instructions with the management team to ensure efficient packaging of flight hardware and equipment is maintained
Perform route surveys prior to scheduled flight hardware moves
Make recommendations to management to improve the health timing and safety of all movements
Use various mechanical tools without instruction
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
6 years of professional experience in heavy haul transport (oversized or overweight cargo and materials)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Valid commercial drivers license A (CDL Class A) with Hazmat endorsement
Experience operating heavy machinery such as Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMT) and/or hydraulic lift trailers
Well organized and able to multi-task detail oriented while also working within time constraints and deadlines
Ability to operate in an extremely fast paced and dynamic environment (schedules fluctuate often)
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting fluid and mechanical systems
Familiarity with calibrated measurement devices including load cells multimeters calipers torque wrenches depth gauges and micrometers
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word Outlook)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
Ability to work on of the following shifts:
Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm
Monday - Friday 4:00pm - 2:30am
Friday - Monday 11:00am 11:30pm
Ability to lift 35 lbs. unassisted
Lifting standing climbing bending grasping sitting pulling pushing stooping stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet) including the use of ladder
Willing to operate heavy machinery such as forklifts and overhead cranes
Ability to work in confined spaces
Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments heat cold rain ice
Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes odors and noise
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
