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Development Test Technician (Mechanical)

SpaceX· Texas - Development Test Technicians
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McGregor, TXfull-timePosted 9mo ago

About the role

Development test technicians assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain flight and development engines and associated test equipment at SpaceX’s rocket development facility, supporting test operations, engineering, and process improvements in a high-paced, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare test articles, test stands, and systems for test operations
  • Ensure all test stand-related equipment, systems, and servicing are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
  • Perform post-test operations and inspections to ensure flight-worthy hardware
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed
  • Fabricate, repair, and assemble hardware/equipment needed for test operations
  • Collaborate with engineers to develop and document activities
  • Ensure all components and materials are clean and inspected according to applicable standards
  • Operate and maintain hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary equipment including pneumatic components
  • Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required
  • Monitor and maintain a reasonable inventory of cryogenic equipment, pneumatic equipment, fittings, hoses, and other supplies necessary to perform test operations
  • Acquire proper inventory parts and equipment needed for repair or replacement of defective components
  • Process work orders and maintenance tickets
  • Perform a variety of related duties in support of acceptance and development testing, as well as testing site-wide, as needed
  • Develop novel ways site-wide to streamline processes and increase the reliability of testing operations
  • Participate in rigging and crane operations for test equipment and test articles; including hangar bridge cranes and mobile crane lifts

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 3+ years of experience working with and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, high-pressure fluid/pneumatic systems, or heavy equipment
  • 3+ years of experience using power tools, hand tools, and calibrated tooling

Skills

Required:Mechanical systems troubleshootingUse of power tools and calibrated tooling
Last updated Aug 12, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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