Integration Technician, Mission Management; 1st Shift
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Location: Vandenberg Village
Space
X 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 Space
X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
- Provide daily support to the payload integration technician team working on customer payload integration.
- Join a highly skilled team of technicians to integrate and launch customer payloads with world class customer service.
- Navigate through hardware receiving, checkouts, processing of Space
X flight hardware and ground support equipment, as well as integration of commercial/government spacecraft. - Work with a team of engineers and technicians to ensure systems and mechanical equipment is built safely and reliably to support the successful launch of high value satellites and critical government assets to orbit or beyond.
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- 3+ years of experience working in the aviation or aerospace industry in a technical, hands-on capacity.
- Experience with one or more of the following: launch vehicle/spacecraft integration, operations in 100,000 class or better clean rooms, test operations with gases/fluids, and/or data acquisition setup and field measurements.
- Experience in written and oral communication with meticulous attention to detail and an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and adherence to corporate policies and standards.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere.
- Experience reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience working in a clean room environment.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and with a wide range of people across multiple organizations, including mission management, customers, and vendors.
- 5+ years of experience as a technician in a mechanical capacity.
- Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns.
- Experience operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenburg.
- Must be willing to travel to other launch sites or customer facilities – up to 15%.
- Must be willing to work overtime to support launch and critical project timelines; flexibility required.
- Ability to work at elevated heights or on ladders – up to 100 ft.
- Ability to perform standing, lifting, pushing, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 25 lbs.).
- Willing to work in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise.
- Willing to work in a clean room with hair, face, and shoe covers.
Pay range:
- Integration Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $29.75/hour
- Integration Technician/Level 2: $28.50 - $35.75/hour
- Integration Technician/Level 3: $34.00 - $41.75/hour
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package 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.
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here without a hyperlink.
Space
X is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Space
X 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.
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