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SpaceX is hiring a Support Technician (Starship) - Temporary in Starbase, TX; Brownsville, TX. It is a contract role in Engineering & Manufacturing, asking for at least 1 year of experience, first listed on November 4. SpaceX has 149 other openings in the US, 30 of them in Starbase, TX. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 16 Engineering & Mfg openings in Starbase, TX today; the typical one asks for 2 years.
How the pay compares
SpaceX has not published pay for this job, or we could not find it in the advert. Of the 586 engineering & mfg jobs across the US on USA Jobs 24, 49% show pay, and the typical yearly midpoint among them is $112,000. That gives you a fair starting point when the subject comes up.
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About hiring at SpaceX
SpaceX has 150 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 7 states. Most are in software & IT (59), engineering & mfg (29) and operations (29). The biggest locations are Brownsville, TX (37), Bastrop, TX (33) and Starbase, TX (31). None of them is fully remote, 26% are open to entry-level candidates and 39% show pay. We collect SpaceX's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Greenhouse), never from job boards or agencies.
The employer's advert
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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.
SUPPORT TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP) – TEMPORARY
Support Technicians will assist Starship and Super Heavy production operations at the SpaceX South Texas build site in Starbase, TX. Under the guidance of experienced production teams, you'll contribute to workspace organization and process improvements in fast-paced, high-reliability environments. Successful participants may convert to full-time roles, joining an elite crew to drive efficient production of groundbreaking spacecraft.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support tasks associated with tube bending (bend, weld, inspection), support tasks include but are not limited to: cutting, trimming and flaring
- Use hand tools and machine tools to produce accurate cut to length tubes with subsequent facing operations
- Support the tube bender with accurate CMM Inspection scans and feedback on CNC program correction data gathering
- Perform labelling and organization of raw stock and bent/formed tubes, inclusive of moving tubing to next station/operations or to customer
- Identify preventative measures to eliminate sources of FOD
- Conduct thorough cleaning and inspection of SpaceX parts to ensure compliance with cleanliness requirements
- Utilize specialized cleaning techniques and equipment to maintain high standards of cleanliness
- Document cleaning procedures and results, ensuring traceability and compliance with regulatory standards
- Support the Inspection team with part labelling and material inspection requirements
- Perform regular audits of manufacturing area and processes to suggest improvements
- Identify preventative measures to eliminate sources of FOD
POSITION DETAILS:
This is a temporary position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate.
- LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months
- LOCATION: Starbase, TX
- SHIFT: Must be available for all shifts (day shift, 6 AM - 6 PM or night shift, 6 PM - 6 AM), overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of hands-on experience in a professional setting
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 1+ years of experience working in high pace manufacturing industries
- Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish the assigned work
- Ability to exercise independent judgment
- Ability to read and understand technical specifications, instructions, or documentation
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift 25lbs (unassisted)
- Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
- Must be able to work at elevated heights (up to 300 feet), including the use of ladders
- Must be able to work in confined spaces
- Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
- Must be available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
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.
USA Jobs 24 copied this listing from SpaceX's official careers site on November 4, 2026 and checked it again November 4, 5:17 AM ET. SpaceX will never ask you to pay to apply or to buy equipment with a check they send you. If anyone does, it is a scam.
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