Test Operations Technician (Falcon Test)
McGregor, TX · 3+ years experience · Posted Oct 1, 2026
At a glance
- Experience
- 3+ years experience
- Location
- McGregor, TX
About the role
- SpaceX is seeking a Test Operations Technician for Falcon Test to assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and perform regular maintenance on integrated rocket hardware and supporting test equipment.
- Test operations technicians work outside at the rocket development facility on robust test stands and in the hangar where stage integration takes place.
Responsibilities
- Prepare test articles, test stands, and systems for test operations
- Ensure all test stand-related equipment, systems, and servicing are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
- Perform post-test operations and inspections to ensure a flight-worthy vehicle
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and instrumentation as needed
- Fabricate, repair, and assemble hardware/equipment needed for test operations
- Collaborate with engineers to develop and document activities
- Ensure all components and materials are clean and inspected according to Clean for Oxygen Service Standards
- Operate and maintain hardware, high-pressure systems and pumps, and other ancillary equipment including pneumatic components
- Monitor and maintain a reasonable inventory of cryogenic equipment, pneumatic equipment, fittings, hoses, and other supplies necessary to perform test operations
- Process work orders and maintenance tickets
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of experience working with and troubleshooting mechanical systems, high-pressure fluid/pneumatic systems, or heavy equipment
- 3+ years of experience using power tools, hand tools, and calibrated tooling
- Anticipated hours are 6:00 AM–3:30 PM or 3:00 PM–12:30 AM (rotating shifts)
- Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as operational needs; flexibility required
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to travel for short and extended trips as needed
Preferred qualifications
- Associate degree in an engineering, technical, or mechanical field
- A&P license
- Experience in airframe structural repair
- Experience in aviation electronics and avionics
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) certification or training
- Experience with the testing process and optimization of test processes
- Experience with hydraulic plumbing repair/fabrication
- Experience in ground support equipment in the aerospace industry
Skills
- Power Tools
- Hand Tools
- Calibrated Tooling
- Microsoft Office
- Pneumatic Components
- Cryogenic Equipment
- High-pressure Systems
- Pumps
- Bore Scope Inspection Equipment
- Precision Measuring Instruments