PCB Process Technician (Starlink)

SpaceX•Bastrop, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. PCB PROCESS TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system. We provide reliable and fast internet to millions of users worldwide, including populations with little or no connectivity, rural communities, aircraft, watercraft, and places where existing services are unreliable, too expensive, or disconnected by natural disasters. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, thousands of satellites and consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing. The Starlink team is seeking out the best-in-class professionals to maximize Starlink’s potential for communities and businesses around the globe. As a PCB Process Technician, you will take ownership of state-of-the-art production processes and equipment performance and reliability by monitoring process parameters and maintaining components, with a keen eye for leading indicators of instability or malfunction. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and operation of equipment, facilities, treatment, and manufacturing process technologies necessary for high-volume production.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical position

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience with printed circuit boards (PCBs), engineering laminates, electrochemical processes, and/or microelectronics fabrication (including school projects, clubs, or internships)
Experience working in a manufacturing environment or wet lab
Experience with process parameters and engineering units for temperature, pressure, flow, and power
Ability to read and understand P&ID and schematic wiring diagrams
Proficiently use a computer and MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience with mechanical equipment and systems requiring the isolation of the malfunction, disassembly of industrial machinery and repair/replacement of bearings, gears, structural components
Experience with lock out tag out, job hazard analysis, hot work permitting
Experience handling flammable, toxic, corrosive, or hazardous chemicals
Experience using production and inventory management software such as MES/ERP
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work closely with other technicians and cross-functional teams
Ability to identify and maintain priorities for tasks and projects while staying organized
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working independently in a high-paced, challenging work environment with minimal oversight
Current or past certification for IPC-A-600, IPC-6012 or equivalent

Responsibilities

Execute startup and shutdown procedures for production equipment
Identify equipment and process deviations and perform corrective actions
Perform necessary interventions to maintain process parameters (this may include chemical analysis, additions, recipe changes, and machine adjustments)
Troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate a variety of process equipment including plating, etching, stripping, developing, surface treatment, and cleaning equipment
Work with engineers and technicians to create operating procedures
Use knowledge of systems and existing documentation like schematics and parts lists to create and maintain a mature and efficient hardware inventory system, including procurement of critical spares
Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost
Schedule and perform preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and instruments
Perform dispositions and rework for nonconforming PCBs
Provide feedback on failure modes and support engineering to drive root cause of yield limiters
Train new production staff
Maintain inventory of consumables
Safely handle chemicals and chemical handling equipment, including transportation, loading, and unloading
Collect, segregate, and transport waste from generation points to the hazardous waste storage area
Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes and work with engineers to develop, implement, and refine processes with a specific focus on reducing cost and downtime and increasing yield
Read, interpret, and follow technical documents and manufacturing work instructions
Ensure 5S standards are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized work area
Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment