Laser Tracker Toolmaker (Starship Launch Hardware)
SpaceX · Not provided by source
MeritLog read this listing from SpaceX's Greenhouse job board and last checked it on September 8, 2026.
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Job details
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- Salary
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- Location
- Cape Canaveral, FL
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What the role asks for
What you'd do
- Use in-depth familiarity of GD&T to interpret blueprints at all assembly levels
- Collect geometric data via laser tracker through model-based software such as Verisurf
- Discern how best to establish a reference system for the current task, then apply it and install it both on and off the part
- Provide analysis of collected data and evaluate it to provide direction for remaining operations
- Integrate process monitoring with the fabrication process to locate both welding details and machining details
- Understand and apply the fabrication process and environmental effects on large structures, such as free states, temperature swings, and weld shrinkage
- Effectively communicate with fabricators, machinists, assemblers, engineers, and other parties as required
What they're asking for
- High school diploma or equivalency certificateEducation
- 1+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production or tooling environmentExperience
- Two-year degree (associate or technical)EducationPreferred
- Experience with laser trackersSkillPreferred
- Experience with model-based metrologySkillPreferred
- Experience analyzing data and generating data reportsSkillPreferred
- Experience with Verisurf XSkillPreferred
- Experience using inspection equipment, such as, micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, CMM and laser trackersSkillPreferred
- Experience with Leica laser trackersSkillPreferred
- Understanding of geometric relationshipsSkillPreferred
- Understanding of the manufacturing process of large structures from concept to completionSkillPreferred
- Able to precision locate machines and details in extreme environmentsSkillPreferred
- Able to visualize 3D space and integrate complex geometries on to both large and small fabricationsSkillPreferred
- Able to use and learn a variety of software to observe, analyze, evaluate, and communicate pertinent informationSkillPreferred
- Demonstrated leadership and dependabilitySkillPreferred
- Able to adapt to an extremely dynamic work environment while maintaining a positive attitudeSkillPreferred
- Able to find solutions to problems through diverse thinking while utilizing a varied experienceSkillPreferred
- Able to maintain the highest level of safety on the job site and bring new ideas of how to continue to work safely and effectively in new locations and changing environmentsSkillPreferred
- Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape CanaveralSkillPreferred
- Ability to work the following shiftSkillPreferred
- Monday – Friday 6:00am – 4:30pmSkillPreferred
- Ability to work nights & weekends when needed to meet critical launch milestonesSkillPreferred
- Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassistedSkillPreferred
Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.
Job description
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. LASER TRACKER TOOLMAKER (STARSHIP LAUNCH HARDWARE) As part of the Starship Launch Hardware Fabrication & Tooling team, you will work on building and improving the mechanical systems at our rocket launch facilities. You will be on the ground floor, getting your hands dirty and contributing directly to the success of future launches. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Use in-depth familiarity of GD&T to interpret blueprints at all assembly levels • Collect geometric data via laser tracker through model-based software such as Verisurf • Discern how best to establish a reference system for the current task, then apply it and install it both on and off the part • Provide analysis of collected data and evaluate it to provide direction for remaining operations • Integrate process monitoring with the fabrication process to locate both welding details and machining details • Understand and apply the fabrication process and environmental effects on large structures, such as free states, temperature swings, and weld shrinkage • Effectively communicate with fabricators, machinists, assemblers, engineers, and other parties as required BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalency certificate • 1+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing/production or tooling environment PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Two-year degree (associate or technical) • Experience with laser trackers • Experience with model-based metrology • Experience analyzing data and generating data reports • Experience with Verisurf X • Experience using inspection equipment, such as, micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, CMM and laser trackers • Experience with Leica laser trackers • Understanding of geometric relationships • Understanding of the manufacturing process of large structures from concept to completion • Able to precision locate machines and details in extreme environments • Able to visualize 3D space and integrate complex geometries on to both large and small fabrications • Able to use and learn a variety of software to observe, analyze, evaluate, and communicate pertinent information • Demonstrated leadership and dependability • Able to adapt to an extremely dynamic work environment while maintaining a positive attitude • Able to find solutions to problems through diverse thinking while utilizing a varied experience • Able to maintain the highest level of safety on the job site and bring new ideas of how to continue to work safely and effectively in new locations and changing environments 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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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