Integration Technician (Starshield) - Level 4/5

SpaceX•Hawthorne, CA

1d•$36 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on three areas: Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. Designed to meet diverse mission requirements, Starshield satellites are capable of integrating a wide variety of payloads, offering unique versatility to users. With the proven ability to iterate rapidly, SpaceX's unique full-stack approach in developing end-to-end systems, from launch vehicles to user terminals, enables the deployment of capabilities at scale with unprecedented speed. Starshield's proliferated low-Earth orbit architecture provides inherent resiliency and constant connectivity to on-orbit assets, while SpaceX's proven rapid launch capability provides expedient and economical access to space. The Integration Technician is responsible for hardware assembly, integration, and testing of Starshield assemblies and Satellites. The task requires both mechanical assembly and avionics integration skills, along with test and repair activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
7+ years of experience with structures, avionics, propulsion, or automotive hardware installation
5+ years of experience working in an electrical or mechanical test environment or performing electrical or mechanical installations

Nice To Haves

10+ years of experience with structures, avionics, propulsion, or automotive hardware installation
Certificate or degree from an accredited trade school
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Excellent attention to detail and an insistence on permanently correcting errors
Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-volume operating environment preferred
A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports
Ability to use precision measuring instruments and test equipment
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
A&P certification
Hands-on experience performing mechanical or avionics installation work on aircraft
Hands-on experience fabricating harnesses and/or electro-mechanical assemblies
Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.
Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment is a plus

Responsibilities

Stage, set up, assemble, test and install flight hardware
Use various mechanical tools without instruction
Use precision calibrated tools including automated and manual torque wrenches
Hands on operations with both large and small mechanical assemblies
Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document activities
Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
Support troubleshooting of hardware issues in real-time and provide feedback to eliminate repeat issues

Benefits

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
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
paid sick leave