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Propulsion Technician (Starship)

SpaceX· Booster Structures Manufacturing
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Hawthorne, CA$23/hr - $27/hrPosted 7mo ago

About the role

Propulsion systems technician focused on building and testing booster subassembly propulsion for Starship, collaborating with engineers to ensure reliable, high-quality propulsion assemblies capable of withstanding extreme dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver state-of-the-art, high-quality propulsion
  • Collaborate with engineering and leadership to achieve component delivery rate in a reliable manner
  • Set the standard for a rigorous and efficient technician team by operating with high efficiency and utilization across a broad mix of products. Perform work according to procedures, specifications and work/test instructions, and communicate daily work completion to report to leadership
  • Execute daily precision manufacturing tasks, assemble and fit-up subassemblies for fluid systems, including precision alignment, braze joints, fastener torquing, populating avionics connector pin-out with exact wire routing and crimping, conducting proof pressure testing on assemblies, and hi-pot electrical testing for insulation integrity
  • Troubleshoot failure modes and collaborate with design, tooling, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues, recommend improvements to designs/instructions/processes for enhanced reliability, manufacturability, and production rates, and transition products from design to high-volume production

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing/assembly, welding, or testing role OR completion from a relevant trade school

Skills

Required:Propulsion systems understandingPrecision manufacturing

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives, including company stock or stock options and potential discretionary bonuses
  • Health (medical, vision, dental), 401(k) retirement plan, disability and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave and various other discounts and perks
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10+ paid holidays per year
Last updated Jul 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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