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Recovery engineer (Falcon 9 booster & fairings)
$95,000 - 130,000
SpaceX
Nimitz Road 3500, Long Beach
$95,000 - 130,000
Requirements
Must:
- Bachelors degree in an engineering field
- Over 2 years of experience in developing and/or processing aerospace or aviation systems
- Hands-on experience of 2+ years in constructing, maintaining, modifying, troubleshooting, and operating ground support equipment (preferred)
- Familiarity with fluid, mechanical, or electrical systems, as well as multi-disciplinary system assemblies
- Experience in planning, executing, leading, and enhancing operations with teams of more than 10 people
- Background in high-stakes operations where timely decision-making is crucial
- Capability to thrive in a collaborative setting, maintaining daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and management
- Proficiency in prioritizing and executing tasks effectively in high-pressure situations
- Self-driven with meticulous attention to detail
- Commitment to ongoing improvement across all work areas
- Detailed-oriented, well-organized, and possesses a strong sense of urgency
- Available for extended hours (10-12+ hour days) and weekend commitments as needed
- Willingness to work in extreme outdoor conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and at sea
- Capability to operate within a high-stress work environment
- Ability to support offshore operations and participate in recovery missions at sea
- Capacity to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
- Willingness to handle hazardous materials
- Skilled in operating heavy machinery
- Must pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
- Valid drivers license is mandatory
Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage mission campaigns to process Falcon 9 boosters and fairings at the Port of Long Beach
- Create procedures, test strategies, and operational concepts for processing F9 flight hardware and ensuring prompt deliveries back to Vandenberg
- Optimize operations to enhance the recovery cost and hardware longevity for better refurbishment timelines
- Address operational challenges in the field and make immediate decisions to maintain workflow
- Design, construct, and test innovative ground support equipment aimed at enhancing recovery operations
- Implement systems to confirm hardware readiness, including preventative maintenance and critical spares
- Maintain coordinated recovery operations on both coasts to ensure consistency in hardware and operations where applicable
- Act as a liaison among Launch Teams, Vehicle Refurbishment, Flight Hardware Logistics, Ground Support Equipment, engineers, and Recovery to enhance reuse strategies for Falcon 9
Description
At SpaceX, we were founded with the vision that a future where humanity explores the stars is infinitely more exciting than one without it. We are actively developing the technologies that will enable this dream, specifically aimed at facilitating human life on Mars. As a member of our elite team, you will play a vital role in the pioneering efforts of processing operations for landed Falcon 9 boosters and fairings. Our recovery operations revolutionize the industry, and we offer competitive compensation packages, including long-term incentives, comprehensive medical coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, and various benefits. Join us and be part of this historic journey.
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