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<div class="content-intro"><p>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.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">MATERIALS LAB TECHNICIAN</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">As SpaceX seeks to make life multi-planetary, maintaining and increasing our launch capabilities and cadence at Cape Canaveral has become critical. We are looking for a highly motivated technician to join the Cape Canaveral materials engineering team in a laboratory-based role performing multi-disciplinary materials characterization testing. The successful candidate will be a key team member focused on daily lab operations to support material & process developments, failure investigations, process control validation, and qualifications. A basic understanding of materials science and laboratory practices is strongly preferred.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop operational proficiency of analytical instruments in the Cape Canaveral materials lab to support characterization testing of metallic and non-metallic materials</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Perform sample preparation including sectioning, epoxy mounting, mechanical polishing, chemical etching, and machining as required for metallographic, mechanical, and analytical testing</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Operate and maintain instrumentation including SEM/EDS, FTIR, DSC, TGA, and XRF</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain lab supplies, raw materials, solvents, and cleanliness/organization of the lab area</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Summarize data and document results in an organized and thorough manner for engineering review, maintaining accurate records in accordance with quality and traceability requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support material identification and qualification, failure investigations, and process control validation activities as needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">High school diploma or equivalency certificate</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">1+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to learn and retain scientific concepts</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Understanding of safe work practices in an environment with furnaces, saws, solvents, acids/bases, and mechanical testing equipment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity running thermal, chemical, and mechanical characterization equipment such as SEM/EDS, FTIR, DSC, TGA, XRF, XRD, ICP, salt fog chambers, hardness testers, and tensile testing equipment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Some college experience in chemistry, physics, engineering, or materials science</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience setting up and running tests and experiments</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to maintain rigorous attention to detail when executing test instructions</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Atlassian JIRA, and work order systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to work closely with the engineering group</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to read and understand testing specifications</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong organizational skills to keep work area tidy and organize workflow</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Creative approach to problem solving, with willingness to learn and try new things</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience using various types of hand tools and/or power tools</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Able to work off-shifts and available for overtime and weekends if needed</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Able to wear appropriate PPE for lab and machine shop environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted. Lifting, standing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>ITAR REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p>
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<li>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 <a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987">here</a>. </li>
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<p>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.</p>
<p>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 <a href="mailto:EEOCompliance@spacex.com">EEOCompliance@spacex.com</a><em>. </em></p></div>
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