Manufacturing Specialist (Optical Production) - Both Shifts
About The Position
SpaceX is developing Starlink, a low-latency broadband internet system delivered by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. The Optical Production team delivers the optical assemblies required for the satellites to carry out their mission. The Manufacturing Specialist introduces configurations into production, develops and validates processes for new designs, troubleshoots test failures, resolves hardware nonconformances, and improves assembly methods, equipment, and production practices. The role also supports technician training, equipment maintenance, and calibration.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- At least 2 years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment, or a bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline.
- Availability for one of the listed Monday-to-Friday shifts: first shift with an estimated 7 a.m. start, or second shift with an estimated 4 p.m. start.
- Availability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to perform repetitive assembly operations and tasks involving grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline.
- Experience as a Lead Technician working on assembly and/or test of sub-assemblies.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to adapt to changing work assignments and a fast-paced work environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.
- Excellent concentration and attention to detail, with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Execute and manage new configuration introduction into the production area.
- Perform process development and validation for new designs on aggressive timelines.
- Triage test failures by reading and interpreting test logs and telemetry.
- Assess non-conforming hardware and drive resolution and preventative actions.
- Design and implement assembly fixtures and shop aids to improve manufacturing processes.
- Identify and implement improvements to design, process, safety, and floor layout to improve yield, performance, and cost.
- Implement standard practices, troubleshooting guides, and standard repair procedures.
- Identify, develop, and provide training to production technicians on new or updated processes.
- Create and support equipment maintenance and calibration schedules.
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.
- 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.
- 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 to Friday.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
