Hiring: Propulsion Technician (Starship) Company: SpaceX Location: Hawthorne, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:02:19 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, Lean Manufacturing About the job Experience: •3+ years of aerospace component testing experience •Trained in assembly or testing of propulsion, aviation or aerospace hardware •Knowledge of orbital tube welding (OTW) •Lean manufacturing (5S) knowledge and experience Required Skills: •Partner cross-functionally 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 •Must be able to travel to other sites if needed •Must be able to lift 50lbs assisted and stand for extended periods of time •Must be able to work first shift (~4:00am – ~2:30PM) or second shift (~2:30PM – ~1:00AM) •Must be able to support overtime and weekend work requests •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. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!