Recovery Specialist
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Recovery Specialist at SpaceXCape Canaveral, FLSpaceX 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.RECOVERY SPECIALISTRESPONSIBILITIES:Lead dockside processing and support offshore processing of recovered flight hardware including, but not limited to, Falcon 9 1st stage boosters and fairing halves on console from the control roomSupport functional checkouts, troubleshooting, and non-conformance resolution of recovery asset ground support equipment, flight hardware, and marine assetsSupport the development, testing, and rollout of business processes and software/automation to accelerate and optimize recovered flight hardware processing for Falcon 9 1st stage boosters and fairing halvesInterface with both engineering and technicians in the field for both nominal and off-nominal operationsDevelop and lead training for recovery operations workforceIdentify pain points and repeat issues with recovery operations support hardware, and work with engineering to design and implement robust long-term solutionsInteract with vendors to drive technical issues to resolution with minimal oversightBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalency certificate3+ years of experience troubleshooting mechanical systems3+ years of experience working in an operational environmentPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:5+ years of hands-on experience working in a technical field2+ years of experience operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools2+ years of professional experience working with ground support systems including high pressure gas, cryogenic, hydraulic, electrical, or monitoring systemsExperience with fluids system component functionality as well as electrical and data control system operationsExperience using and troubleshooting ground control systems required for remote operations and instrumentation feedbackExperience reading, and interpreting electrical and fluid schematicsExperience with pressurized gas systems including assembly, testing, and safe handlingExperience with real-time operations/integrated hazardous test experienceAbility to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and managersAbility to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast paced environmentADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be willing to travel to additional recovery sites in support of launchesMust be able to work all shifts, extended hours and weekends as neededAbility to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and VandenbergAbility to pass Transportation Worker Identification Credential background checksCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITSPay ranges:Recovery Specialist/Level 1: $30.00 - $38.00/hourRecovery Specialist/Level 2: $34.00 - $43.00/hourRecovery Specialist/Level 3: $38.00 - $48.00/hourYour 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) ###-####.