Some of new pictures from RGV Aerial Photography.See more here:https://www.facebook.com/pg/RGVaerialphotography/posts/
Quote from: martiantime on 02/25/2019 08:05 pmSome of new pictures from RGV Aerial Photography.See more here:https://www.facebook.com/pg/RGVaerialphotography/posts/SpaceX is bring in a good deal of soil in the lower circular area. Could this be the beginning of the talked about Starship factory? Maybe too close to the Hopper launch pad.
I'm confused. I try to keep up but things are changing rapidly. My understanding is Heavy and Starship will be built somewhere in or near Brownsville. Hopper and Starship Prototype will test at the BC launch site. But Heavy will not test or launch at BC. At this time since things change rapidly.So Hopper and Starship but no Heavy launching from BC?
10-25-19#SpaceX updatethe appearance of a cement base, on what was 3 holes in the ground 2 weeks prior. additional piping has been adding around the pad and leading into the cement base.#rgv #bocachicatexas
https://boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/4218748002?gh_jid=4218748002New position for orbital Starship. Build engineer (STARSHIP)
BUILD ENGINEER (STARSHIP)The Build Engineer role is responsible for design for manufacturability concepts through integration and testing of the full vehicle, and everything in between. Build Engineers will be highly engaged on the primary and secondary structures of the vehicle, including designing tooling (assembly aide, welding, part fixturing, etc.) and processes (welding, large part movement, large structure integration) to rapidly build early versions of the Starship and Super Heavy vehicles. Further along in the build, this role will be responsible for items such as integration operations sequencing, and working with technicians on installing flight-critical hardware on the vehicle. Throughout the build, engineers will be responsible for documenting processes, and driving continual improvement to them for future builds. Furthermore, Build Engineers will be expected to sometimes act as de-facto supervisors and advisors to production technicians, welders, and other skilled labor partners. Build Engineers will spend time both in the office and on-site (local production floor and remote build sites) to execute on the mission to build an orbital-capable Starship and Super Heavy faster than anyone though possible.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Work closely with vehicle analysts and design team to ensure solutions meet the requirements for vehicle design as well as the manufacturing processes- Develop production procedures/processes and manage the transition of parts and assemblies from development to high rate production- Coordinate and execute development, qualification, and acceptance testing of systems and tooling needed to meet hardware deadlines- Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency- Create original CAD models and prints for flight and/or tooling components- Lead the on-site design engineering contact for the efficient build of parts and assemblies- Create and maintain build schedules- Resolve and analyze manufacturing discrepancies, while interfacing with the quality team (resolving issues for design, fabrication and assembly)- Participate in design reviews internally and with suppliers and customers- Partner with engineering & production teams to generate ideas, designs, and improvements for current and next-generation vehicles - Source, retain and advise new and experienced vendors from a technical perspectiveBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering or engineering physics- Hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems, preferably as a team or sub-team lead- 2+ years of manufacturing design experience (student project team and internship experience counts)PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:- 2+ years of professional experience in the field of aerospace/mechanical engineering- 2+ years of experience with GD&T concepts- Previous experience working on SpaceX vehicles or builds - Experience with fluid dynamics, finite element, or related computer-based modeling- Experience with large steel structure construction (civil, naval, or mechanical)- Experience leading operation-critical part mechanical design, including basic structures calculations and design considerations- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software packages- Process development, facility and line layouts, error-proofing- Experience with Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter CAD and PLM systems- Detailed knowledge of Siemens NC or similar CAD and PLM packages- Prior experience with developing, maintaining and improving welding processes- Strong interpersonal and organizational skillsADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:- Flight hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required- Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand- 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 depending on site operational needs; flexibility required- Flexibility to travel to remote build sites
By the way, it's worth mentioning again that Brownsville is a fairly large city, with a population similar to Huntsville AL or Fort Lauderdale FL. Brownsville has it's own international airport, a world class seaport, a state university with a budding aerospace department, and even a zoo for the kids. For single people, nearby South Padre Island is a major tourist resort, with all the nightlife you can handle.Also, the cost of living in Brownsville is very low. For example, as Nomadd mentioned before, the first picture below is what you can buy in Brownsville for $230K. The second picture is what you can buy in Hawthorne for $700K.Yes, Boca Chica is a very remote location, but it's only 14 miles East of Brownsville, which seems like an easy commute.
I'm confused. I try to keep up but things are changing rapidly.
My understanding is Heavy and Starship will be built somewhere in or near Brownsville.
Hopper and Starship Prototype will test at the BC launch site.
At this time since things change rapidly.So Hopper and Starship but no Heavy launching from BC?
As for the first orbital flights, we have not made a firm decision on that, and it may actually be that we launch from a floating platform. That's possible.
Quote from: Kansan52 on 02/25/2019 10:40 pmI'm confused. I try to keep up but things are changing rapidly.Right. Over the past several years, we've heard a lot of stuff about Boca Chica that never came to fruition. For example, a couple of years ago, many folks on this thread still thought we'd see F9 launch from BC, even though SpaceX already had 3 other pads for F9. Until Elon said directly that F9 and FH won't launch from South Texas, there was much confusion surrounding this issue. Similarly, today, there are some people who assume we'll see orbital BFR launches from Boca Chica, even though Elon said there was no firm decision on that, and we haven't seen any indication of SpaceX asking the FAA to allow that.Quote from: Kansan52 on 02/25/2019 10:40 pmMy understanding is Heavy and Starship will be built somewhere in or near Brownsville.Yes, we now have some SpaceX job posting that indicate they intend to build the real orbital BFR version in South Texas. We also have some info suggesting that SpaceX will not build BFR on the L.A. seaport, which Gwynne had announced previously.Quote from: Kansan52 on 02/25/2019 10:40 pmHopper and Starship Prototype will test at the BC launch site.When Elon says "Starship Prototype", I assume he's talking about the Hopper ship we see being built in Boca Chica. In other words, "Hopper" and "Starship Prototype" are 2 different names for the same thing. For the first orbital version of Starship, the SpaceX job posting leaves off the word "Protoype" and mentions Starship and Super Heavy together.Quote from: Kansan52 on 02/25/2019 10:40 pmAt this time since things change rapidly.So Hopper and Starship but no Heavy launching from BC?To be clear, we don't yet know where the first orbital version of Starship and/or Super Heavy will launch from. The direct quote from Elon is:Quote from: Elon Musk As for the first orbital flights, we have not made a firm decision on that, and it may actually be that we launch from a floating platform. That's possible.
Quote from: SPITexas on 02/26/2019 02:04 amhttps://boards.greenhouse.io/spacex/jobs/4218748002?gh_jid=4218748002New position for orbital Starship. Build engineer (STARSHIP)Interesting thing in this new position: It refers to multiple build sites, i.e. "Flexibility to travel to remote build sites", sites, plural. I wonder what is this about, right now there's only one build site, where could they open more sites?
Interesting thing in this new position: It refers to multiple build sites, i.e. "Flexibility to travel to remote build sites", sites, plural. I wonder what is this about, right now there's only one build site, where could they open more sites?