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.

METROLOGY SPECIALIST

The Metrology Specialist will perform calibration, compensation, and repair of electronic, physical, dimensional, mechanical, thermodynamic, and/or chemical measurement devices for SpaceX’s world-class measurement applications and facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow procedures to perform routine and complex tasks related to the calibration, compensation, repair, and maintenance of electronic, physical, dimensional, mechanical, thermodynamic, and/or chemical IMTE
• Use measurement reference standards and calibration systems to verify conformance of measurement devices with associated accuracy requirements
• Assure compliance of SpaceX Metrology to SpaceX quality management system, AS9100, and ISO9001 requirements
• Assist Metrology Engineering in assessing, modifying, and implementing Metrology processes and applications
• Support measurement device end users and owners regarding device use and measurement best practices
• Serve as measurement device subject matter expert for supported measurement fields
• Obtain vendor quotations for device calibrations, as well as handle device shipment, receipt, and calibration documentation
• Perform regular customer engagement with calibrated device owners at assigned site, and use customer feedback to modify and improve support model as appropriate

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience using calibrated measurement devices such as load cells, pressure transducers/gauges, flow meters/controllers, data acquisition modules, dimensional measurement hand tools, digital multimeters, power supplies, and/or torque tools

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of professional and/or academic experience in metrology
• Experience using, calibrating, compensating, and/or repairing high accuracy, high precision measurement equipment
• Training in defense, aerospace, energy, and/or medical settings
• Experience with quantitative and verbal reasoning
• Experience with verbal and written communication
• Experience with AC/DC low frequency IMTE calibration, compensation, and repair
• Experience with Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) and/or Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE)
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025, AS9100, and ISO9001
• Familiarity with Calibration Management and Metrology Information Systems (MIS), specifically IndySoft and Toolbox Information Manager (TIM)American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
• Experience with and in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience working independently and without direct supervision
• Experience balancing, prioritizing, and providing timely execution of multiple assigned tasks and projects to meet mission needs

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
• Ability to work the following shift:
  • Monday – Friday 6:00am – 4:30pm
• Ability to work nights & weekends when needed to meet critical launch milestones
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand
• Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 100 feet)
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Travel to other sites may be required, up to 15 of the time

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 EEOCompliancespacex.com.