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Integration Technician (Final Integration) - Multiple Shifts

CompanySpaceX
LocationVandenberg Village
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 20, 2026
About The Company
SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary. SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft attached to the International Space Station, exchanged cargo payloads, and returned safely to Earth — a technically challenging feat previously accomplished only by governments. Since then Dragon has delivered cargo to and from the space station multiple times, providing regular cargo resupply missions for NASA. For more information, visit www.spacex.com.
About the Role

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.

INTEGRATION TECHNICIAN (FINAL INTEGRATION) - MULTIPLE SHIFTS

SpaceX is looking for motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic mechanical technicians to assist with launch site assembly and test of the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Our team is tight-knit, and we regularly accomplish feats that were previously thought improbable. In addition to the required experience below, our ideal candidate needs to demonstrate exceptional personal initiative and the ability to maintain composure and a good attitude in demanding technical situations. Whether you are working with critical flight systems or a shovel, as a SpaceX employee you’ll be expected to be responsible, hardworking, and conscientious of the quality of work you are performing. We need people who are not afraid to use their technical ability to not only identify issues but propose solutions and implement improvements. You must be able to produce high-quality work in a timely manner while continually looking forward to drive process improvements that streamline work and save costs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Stage, set up, assemble, flight hardware and test equipment per technical work instructions and ensure the highest level of quality to support the successful launch of a world class launch vehicle
  • Adherent to complex technical work instructions to ensure the safety and reliability of personnel and hardware
  • Utilize high pressure ground support systems to integrate, test, and troubleshoot hardware and various sub-assemblies
  • Operate overhead cranes and under the hook lifting devices to perform large, complex overhead movements of flight hardware and ground support equipment
  • Hands-on operations with both large and small, fragile ESD sensitive assemblies
  • Proficiently use various mechanical tools, calibrated measurement devices and heavy machinery
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and install fluid and electromechanical components from a schematic or drawing
  • Work closely with engineers and leadership to develop and implement operational improvements focused on driving reliability and safety
  • Rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
  • Play a critical role in coordinated launch vehicle movements and integrated pressurized ground operations

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 2+ years of professional experience working hands-on as a technician in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, production, manufacturing, oil and gas industry OR a certificate from an accredited trade skills program

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Airframe & Powerplant License
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to take project goals, inputs, and work toward the end-goal beyond individual task assignment
  • Experience populating and repairing connectors ranging from D-SUB, BNC, TNC, N-TYPE SMA 8P8C
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience working in a clean room and ESD sensitive environment
  • Able to obtain or currently hold top secret/ SCI security clearance
  • Knowledge of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement devices
  • Experience maintaining a propulsion test stand in the aerospace industry
  • Experience working at a rocket launch facility and supporting launch campaigns
  • Military aviation experience as a propulsion or airframe technician
  • Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
  • Must be able to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladders
  • Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment
  • Familiarity with calibrated measurement devices including load cells, multi-meters, calipers, torque wrenches, depth gauges, and micrometers

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg Space Force Base
  • Ability to work one of the following shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed:
  • Day Shift:
    • 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Sunday-Wednesday
    • 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Wednesday-Saturday
  • Night Shift:
    • 5:00 PM - 5:30 AM, Sunday-Wednesday
    • 5:00 PM - 5:30 AM, Wednesday-Saturday
  • Must be able to work while wearing air purifying and/or supplied air respirators
  • Work schedule varies depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  • Must be able to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladders
  • Must be willing to operate heavy machinery
  • Must be able to work in confined spaces daily
  • Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, ice
  • Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
  • Willing to travel to other SpaceX sites as needed on short notice

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

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

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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com

Key Skills
Mechanical AssemblyFlight Hardware IntegrationTest Equipment SetupTechnical Work Instructions AdherenceHigh Pressure Systems UtilizationTroubleshootingOverhead Crane OperationLifting Devices OperationESD Sensitive Assemblies HandlingMechanical Tools ProficiencyMeasurement Devices UsageFluid Component InstallationElectromechanical Component InstallationProcess ImprovementSafety ComplianceManual Dexterity
Categories
EngineeringTradesManufacturing
Benefits
Long-term IncentivesCompany StockStock OptionsLong-term Cash AwardsDiscretionary BonusesEmployee Stock Purchase PlanMedical CoverageVision CoverageDental Coverage401(k) Retirement PlanShort Disability InsuranceLong-term Disability InsuranceLife InsurancePaid Parental Leave
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Technicians will stage, set up, and assemble flight hardware and test equipment according to technical instructions to ensure the quality needed for successful launch vehicle operations. Responsibilities include utilizing high-pressure ground support systems, operating cranes for large hardware movements, and maintaining/troubleshooting fluid and electromechanical components.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$23 - $42
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
18231
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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