BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 8+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, military or manufacturing environment
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related field
- FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) airframe and power plant license
- Knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, and processes
- Knowledge of avionics and electrical systems
- Knowledge of aerospace propulsion and principles
- Knowledge of aerospace structures
- Knowledge of GSE (ground support engineering/equipment) systems and general associated equipment
- Strong knowledge and experience in aerospace standards and its general practices
- Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Intermediate level skill with Windows operating systems
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Shift times: 1st Shift (6:00 AM - 4:30 PM), 2nd Shift (5:00 PM - 3:30 AM)
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg
- Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
- Willing to work overtime as needed
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Launch Quality Inspector/Level 4: $41.75 - $52.75/hour
Launch Quality Inspector/Level 5: $47.25 - $62.75/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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.