Paint & Coatings Technician

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. PAINT & COATINGS TECHNICIAN As a member of the construction projects and facilities team, the paint & coatings technician mixes, strips, paints, and details advanced paint systems, prepares metallic substrates via abrasion and etchants, applies sealants/adhesives, maintains spraying equipment, and uses precision tools like calipers while supporting safety, quality, and delivery improvements.

You will have the opportunity to drive positive changes in a fast-paced, low-drag environment. This technician owns tasks and projects from start to finish, with the goal of making the SpaceX campus a world-class test facility that can support the mission of enabling life beyond Earth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage and coordinate ticket system requests for paint projects across the site to ensure timely and quality execution of work Prepare, prime, sand, seal, patch, and paint steel surfaces, buildings, and fixtures utilizing all types of painting materials such as varnish, lacquer, shellac, enamel, latex, epoxy, waterproofing, and heat-resistant finishes Tape, float, paint, and repair wall finishes and apply texture Operate, clean, and maintain all painting equipment, including brushes, rollers, sprayers, electrostatic sprayers, and pumps Safely store and label all materials on a daily basis Erect scaffolding, rigging, and ladders as necessary in a manner consistent with safety codes Operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely Apply finishes to a wide variety of surfaces BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalency certificate 1+ years of experience as a painter in a residential, commercial, industrial, or manufacturing environment Experience painting projects indoors and outdoors PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience in commercial and industrial painting practices and processes, including the properties and application of paints, varnishes, lacquers, enamels, epoxies, paint removers, and related materials Familiarity with applicable code requirements, methods and practices for maintaining tools, machinery, and equipment 5+ years of experience as a painter in a residential, commercial, industrial, or manufacturing environment Experience painting internal and external surfaces Ability to safely operate aerial platforms, lifts, man lifts, and heavy equipment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical dexterity and the ability to lift heavy objects are required in this position (up to 25lbs unassisted) Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand over hand Ability to work at elevated heights Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise Schedule varies based on site operational needs; flexibility required Ability to comfortably wear breathing air respirators on a frequent basis, occasionally for extended durations, as required by the position 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. 

SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches the world’s most advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 by Elon Musk to revolutionize space transportation, with the ultimate goal of making life multiplanetary.

SpaceX has gained worldwide attention for a series of historic milestones. It is the only private company ever to return a spacecraft from low-Earth orbit, which it first accomplished in December 2010. The company made history again in May 2012 when its Dragon...