Hardware Development Engineer, PCBA Manufacturing (STARLINK)

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a Hardware Development Engineer for PCBA manufacturing on its Starlink team. The role supports in-house production of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), owning PCBA products and processes from manufacturing execution through process control, quality improvement, and cost optimization. The engineer will manage new product introductions in collaboration with design engineers and process specialists, maintain documentation and training, and use production data to improve output and quality.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, software, industrial, electrical, or another engineering discipline.
At least 1 year of professional experience in at least one of the following: manufacturing process, SMT, accelerated testing, design for reliability, or PCB design and layout.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted.
Willingness to work weekends and extended hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

High-volume production experience, such as in consumer goods or automotive.
Hands-on experience with SMT processing and/or related PCBA processes through industry, research, or academic projects.
Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods, such as design of experiments.
Knowledge of IPC manufacturing standards.
Experience with SQL and Python.
Experience with Six Sigma.
Experience with basic failure-analysis tools and methods, such as X-ray, cross-sectioning, and polishing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and use data to drive systemic improvements.
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Own and manage PCBA processes and products for in-house production.
Drive PCBA volume-production processes, including manufacturing execution, nonconforming product management, configuration management, traceability tracking, and process control.
Manage new product introduction of PCBA assemblies in collaboration with design engineers and process specialists.
Manage work instructions, process documentation, and training.
Track schedules, work-in-progress levels, and defect rates for owned products.
Identify trends and opportunities to optimize product output, improve quality, and reduce manufacturing costs.
Drive corrective actions and process improvements for owned processes and products.

Benefits

Potential long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Washington State employees accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law.
Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office, Monday through Friday.