Development Test Technician (Mechanical)

SpaceX(18 days ago)

McGregor, TXOnsiteFull TimeMedior$88,247 - $118,815 (estimated)Manufacturing

About this role

The Development Test Technician (Mechanical) at SpaceX helps build and maintain flight-worthy spacecraft engines, components, and associated test equipment while supporting development test stands and test operations. The role involves working hands-on with assembly, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical and high-pressure systems, collaborating with engineers on process improvements and documentation. Technicians work outdoors at rocket development facilities, support rigging and crane operations, and contribute to safe, reliable testing of propulsion hardware.

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Required Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting
Pneumatics
Hydraulics
Rigging
Crane Operations
Fabrication
Instrumentation
Cryogenics
Hand Tools
Power Tools

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Qualifications

High School Diploma
A&P License
SAE Certification
Valid Driver's License

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.