EEE Failure Analysis Technician (Starlink)

Space Exploration Technologies • Redmond, WA

71d • $25 - $45

About The Position

The EEE (electronic, electrical, and electro-mechanical/electro-optical) Parts Reliability team at SpaceX is a multidisciplinary group dedicated to ensuring the reliability of flight components, including integrated circuits, discrete semiconductors, and passive hardware. As a lab technician on the EEE Parts Reliability team, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining characterization equipment and machinery in our failure analysis laboratory. You will collaborate closely with engineers and specialists to destructively evaluate electrical piece part and PCB workmanship and quality; execute custom test profiles for accelerated testing; and manage equipment calibrations and maintenance. The ideal candidate exhibits keen attention to detail; upholds the highest standards of lab safety, organization, and cleanliness; and collaborates well with peers and customers of varying backgrounds and levels of experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience working in a hands-on laboratory position
• 1+ years of experience performing electronics testing, electronics inspection, and/or troubleshooting

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EEE piece parts and components
• Experience with non-destructive analysis techniques such as Visual Inspection, X-Ray, CT scan, and SEM.
• Experience with destructive analysis techniques such as Cross Section, Parallel Lapping and Polishing, dye and pry, and chemical decapsulation
• Understanding of basic electronic theory
• Some experience in electrical trouble shooting
• Able to work independently and problem solve efficiently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and able to work well on a team
• Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation and microsection analysis of PCBs, PCBAs, and other electrical components
• Perform failure isolation and analysis on PCBs, PCBAs, and IC components in close collaboration with a EEE failure analysis engineer
• Set up and monitor metallurgical, electrical, and thermal testing equipment
• Perform precise measurements with microscopy tools
• Manage lab consumables and equipment calibration and maintenance

Benefits

• Pay range: EEE Failure Analysis Technician/Level 1: $25.00 - $33.00/hour
• EEE Failure Analysis Technician/Level 2: $30.00 - $39.00/hour
• EEE Failure Analysis Technician/Level 3: $35.00 - $45.00/hour
• Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
• Potential discretionary bonuses
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law
• Company shuttles offered for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees