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Electrician (Facilities)

Cape Canaveral, FL
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Repair and replace defective parts in electrical fixtures
  • Install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic devices
  • Perform preventative repair and maintenance of field, plant, and shop electronic and electrical systems, devices, equipment and components
  • Integrate enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical subsystems
  • Complete work from instructions using blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
  • Test electrical circuits to ensure their operability
  • Assist in installing electrical components to architectural and code specifications
  • Test wiring connections with test equipment like volt/ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes
  • Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificate
  • 3+ years of professional experience as an electrician

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • 2+ years of experience as mechanic with generators and large engines
  • Master Electrician license
  • Experience with Medium Voltage
  • Ability to install, cut, thread and bend rigid conduit
  • Ability to identify and implement efficient paths of action to finish the assigned work
  • Ability to test, calibrate, diagnose, and repair various devices
  • Ability to use a variety of electrician's hand tools as well as measuring and testing instruments
  • Demonstrable knowledge and/or understanding of codes, rules, regulations and standards of electrical equipment
  • Ability to read and understand technical manuals and reports
  • Ability to use precision measuring instruments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to pass Air Force background check for Cape Canaveral
  • Must be willing to work first shift: Tuesday - Saturday, 6AM - 4:30PM
  • Exact schedule varies depending on site operational needs and flexibility required regarding frequent overtime
  • Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small opening and climbing hand over hand, lifting 25 lbs., and working on ladders/lifts at elevated heights
  • Ability to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

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. Section 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 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.

About SpaceX

SpaceX

SpaceX is one of the most influential aerospace companies in the world, transforming space launch, satellite communications, and deep-space transportation. Founded by Elon Musk, SpaceX designs and manufactures advanced rockets and spacecraft, including Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Starship, alongside the Dragon spacecraft and the Starlink satellite internet constellation. The company plays a major role in U.S. space access, national security launch capabilities, and commercial space infrastructure.

For job seekers, SpaceX offers opportunities across some of the most demanding engineering disciplines in the industry, including aerospace engineering, propulsion, software development, avionics, manufacturing, robotics, materials science, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to engineers, technicians, and builders who want to work in a high-intensity environment focused on rapid iteration, vertical integration, and hands-on hardware development at scale.

Unlike traditional aerospace contractors that rely heavily on long development cycles, SpaceX operates with a fast-paced, vertically integrated engineering culture where teams design, build, test, and fly systems in rapid succession. Employees often work directly on flight hardware and production systems, contributing to programs that routinely push the boundaries of reusability, launch frequency, and cost reduction in space access.

As global demand for satellite communications, space infrastructure, and national security launch services continues to grow, SpaceX remains one of the most important employers in aerospace and defense-adjacent technology. For professionals seeking a highly challenging, mission-driven career at the cutting edge of spaceflight and advanced engineering, SpaceX stands out as one of the most ambitious and impactful companies in the world.

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