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FILAMENT WINDING TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform filament winding operations on tubes and cylinder.
• Perform filament winding work according to procedures, engineering drawings, and specifications and test instructions.
• Conduct filament winding including setup, resin mixing, winding and oven curing applications.
• Program and troubleshoot filament winding machine and software systems.
• Provide input to engineers/management with respect to needed or recommended changes on wind patterns.
• Perform all work per engineering drawings, as well as both written and verbal instructions from management and work with engineers to develop composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPV).
• Assemble and ship products on time which meets or exceed specifications.
• Perform product inspection and rework as required.
• Provide requested metrics and data of winding operations.
• Responsible for the daily cleaning of all winding associated tools and equipment.
• When needed, support other production area in COPV liner production, sub assembly and manifold assembly operations.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment setting up and operating machinery such as, but not limited to, filament winding equipment and automated epoxy dispensing.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience using standard mechanical measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.)
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions on calibration.
• Knowledge of different composite fiber and resin types.
• Experience with MVP or Entec filament winding machines a plus.
• Knowledge using filament wilding assembly tools and equipment.
• Ability to review detailed assembly drawings for final assembly of hardware.
• Ability to use custom tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, meet aggressive schedules, operate and understand engineering drawings and ability to make full use of computer network systems.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is a 1st shift role working from 5 AM – 3:30 PM.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Ability to travel to different sites, as needed. Up to 5% travel.
• Must be willing to work all required shifts, weekends, and overtime, as needed.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Filament Winding Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $31.00/hour
Filament Winding Technician/Level 2: $28.0 - $37.00/hour
Filament Winding Technician/Level 3: $33.00 - $43.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.