SPMT Critical Lift Technician (Starship)

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Responsible for Booster/Ship and associated ground support equipment (GSE) movement across multiple launch sites Perform preventative maintenance on mobile cranes, cranes, and SPMTs Work with a team of technicians and engineers to ensure systems and equipment are maintained with the highest level of quality to support current and future manifest Utilize heavy machinery (standard and high capacity forklifts, telehandlers, mobile hydraulic/crawler cranes, SPMTs, high reach man lifts, overhead cranes) to lift and move flight hardware and associated GSE after delivery and before shipping Evaluate in-transit risks and provide on-site solutions to alleviate risk. Including routing, repairs, escorts, and drivers – including physical escorts across launch sites Make recommendations to logistics management to improve the health, timing, and safety of all movements Work with a team of technicians and engineers to ensure systems and mechanical equipment are built with the highest level of quality to support the successful launch of our multi-million dollar launch vehicle Troubleshoot operational issues found on the vehicle press system Maintain and install fluid system components from a schematic or drawing including ball and check valves, pressure regulators and gauges, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of experience on a critical lift team or a logistics/transport team PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of experience with SPMT operators and/or hydraulic lift trailers 2+ years of with mobile hydraulic and/or crawler cranes for delicate lifting operations (ex. Wind farms, power plants, oil refineries) and 2+ years of experience in rigging NCCCO/NCCER certifications in crane, rigging, ironworking, and heavy equipment operations (ex.

REQUIREMENTS

: Must be available to work extended hours and weekends, which varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required (day shift: 6 AM - 6 PM and night shift: 6 PM - 6 AM) Ability to pass Airforce background check for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg Able to tilt, dip, and turn suspended loads to maneuver over, under, and/or around obstacles using multi-point rigging techniques Flexibility to travel 25-50% of the time Valid Driver’s license Stand: Up to 10 hours per day Sit: Up to 6 hours per day Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day Overhead reach: Up to 6 hours per day Walk: Up to 10 hours per day Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs.