Avionics Technician, SMT (Starship)
About The Position
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. SMT TECHNICIAN, AVIONICS (STARSHIP) RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate PCB assembly machines to manufacture circuit boards, including but not limited to: SMT placement, reflow, and solder print Conformal coat, masking, epoxy application and coating Component kitting and measurement Optical and x-ray inspection Routine inspection and maintenance of equipment Perform functional testing on flight hardware Inspect PCBAs for defects Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory Follow work instructions and suggest improvements Document non-conformances and associated rework and quickly return non-conforming product back into normal workflow Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of experience using hand tools
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years of experience working in PCB assembly
- Experience with SMT equipment
- Soldering proficiency including IPC or JSTD certification
- Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs
- Strong understanding of technical documentation, engineering drawings, and schematics
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Responsibilities
- Operate PCB assembly machines to manufacture circuit boards, including but not limited to: SMT placement, reflow, and solder print
- Conformal coat, masking, epoxy application and coating
- Component kitting and measurement
- Optical and x-ray inspection
- Routine inspection and maintenance of equipment
- Perform functional testing on flight hardware
- Inspect PCBAs for defects
- Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory
- Follow work instructions and suggest improvements
- Document non-conformances and associated rework and quickly return non-conforming product back into normal workflow
- Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner
Benefits
- Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks.
- You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
- Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
