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SpaceX · 3 months ago

Tube Bender (Starship)

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. As a Tube Bender on the SpaceX sheet metal technician team, you will be responsible for the successful fabrication of precision tube assemblies that support the Starship vehicle.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
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Responsibilities

Coordinate activity with technicians and support functions through all tube bending operations, including tube prep, flaring, CNC bending, inspection and cleaning
Set up, operate, and supervise the operation of all tube-bending equipment while working to close tolerances
Work closely with engineering to prove out designs to blueprint with minimum fixtures and short schedules
Solve tube fitment issues and document changes for further development work
Develop and manage actions to improve both quality and productivity

Qualification

CNC bending machinesTube fabrication equipmentBlueprint interpretationThin-walled tubingOrbital tube weldingLean/continuous improvementManual tubing bendersTube cleaning requirementsInconelTitaniumAluminumNickelStainless steel

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
Must be able to work overtime and weekends as business needs dictate
Must be able to lift a min. of 25 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours minimum
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
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

Preferred

Experience working with thin-walled tubing
Experience working with Inconel, titanium, aluminum, nickel, and stainless steel
Experience with CNC bending machines and control systems – preferably Crippa, BLM and/or Horn bending machines
Previous training in lean/continuous improvement tools
Ability to set up and operate tube fabrication equipment
Ability to interpret blueprints and articulate work instructions
Knowledge of tube cleaning requirements for aerospace
Knowledge of orbital tube welding (OTW)
Experience with manual tubing benders

Company

SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$11.78B
Key Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M

Leadership Team

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Bret Johnsen
CFO
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Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
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