Industrial Maintenance Technician (Starlink) - 2nd Shift - Level 4/5

SpaceX • Woodinville, WA

10d • $38 - $52

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Technician at SpaceX works in a fast-paced environment supporting Starlink production. The role oversees third-party contractor installation and maintenance of heavy industrial equipment, including cranes, compressed air systems, and overhead doors. The technician helps ensure reliable operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by installing new equipment, performing routine service and maintenance, and troubleshooting breakdowns. The work includes corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance, along with providing operational and design feedback to maintain and improve systems at Starlink facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• At least 5 years of professional experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, mechanical, fluid, or control systems.
• Must be able to work 2nd shift, 2:00 PM–12:00 AM.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Ability to perform duties involving standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions and small openings, climbing hand over hand, lifting 40 pounds unassisted, and working on ladders or lifts at elevated heights.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to support flight hardware road transport as needed.
• Ability to travel as necessary to support organizational needs.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems maintenance.
• At least 5 years of experience troubleshooting electrical control systems, such as building automation, machinery, or production automation.
• At least 3 years of experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs, VFDs, and similar components.
• At least 3 years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining compressed air systems and non-reciprocating air compressors.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations.
• Basic computer and report-writing skills.
• Ability to record, report, and articulate equipment condition and recommended repairs or corrective actions.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy equipment using cranes, forklifts, and/or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical safety, pneumatic principles, tubing, pipe fittings, rotating machinery such as pumps and air compressors, machining, and welding.
• Experience with AC and DC electrical systems and aerospace.
• Knowledge of high-pressure gas, flammable gas, refrigeration gases, and recovery.
• Operational knowledge of multimeters and various hand tools and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering blueprints and work instructions.
• Install new production support, ground support, and/or launch support equipment.
• Maintain and install electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect and assess the functionality of critical facility systems, including cranes, elevators, compressed air, and overhead doors.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical breakdowns of overhead cranes, overhead doors, and air compressors.
• Adjust mechanical parts using hand and machine tools.
• Fabricate parts for repairs and machine upgrades.
• Conduct routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Source replacement parts and liaise with vendors.
• Communicate and schedule production impacts with the production team.
• Prepare and submit maintenance reports.
• Repair broken or leaking plumbing to prevent damage and restore affected compressed air, water, or hydraulic systems.
• Identify and troubleshoot damaged electrical wiring.
• Assist the HVAC team with maintaining building HVAC equipment, particularly during workload surges.
• Fix potential safety hazards to help prevent injuries.
• Safely lead energized work, including following job hazard analysis (JHA), energized work permit, and PPE requirements.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for 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.
• 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.
• May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED