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Space Suit Pattern Maker

at SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA, United States

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.

SPACE SUIT PATTERN MAKER

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop patterns for space suit layers, working with engineering and production teams to achieve optimal fit for crewmembers

• Develop patterns for crew equipment used on Crew Dragon (storage bags, emergency supplies, etc.)

• Walk patterns and provide feedback for necessary revisions

• Conduct fittings to assess suit fit

• Make pattern alterations as necessary based on fit and design team feedback, working to project schedules

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of pattern making experience; both hand drafting and with at least one pattern-making software package (Gerber, Lectra, Tuka CAD, Optitex)

• Experience patterning across multiple of the following: body suits, gloves, footwear

• Experience grading base patterns

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of pattern making experience

• Demonstrated experience working to product schedules and self-managing tasks for on-time completion

• Experience patterning for technical fabrics (adhesive coated, aramids, stretch)

• Experience with Siemens NX / Teamcenter or other 2D/3D parametric CAD and PLM software

• Experience working to mil spec or other government standards

• Hands-on sewing experience for worn garments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work long hours or weekends as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or 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 notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.

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• Location:
  Hawthorne, California
• Company:
  SpaceX