SMT Technician (Starlink)

SpaceX • Redmond, WA

132d • $22 - $37

About The Position

At SpaceX, we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 6M+ users worldwide. We've only begun to scratch the surface of our potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class technicians to help maximize Starlink's utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of hands-on work experience with electromechanical tools, assembly, or testing.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly, integration, or mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
• Proficient in using a PC, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office suite, ERP, and related programs.
• Soldering proficiency including IPC and/or J-STD certification.
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.

Responsibilities

• Operate PCB assembly machines to manufacture circuit boards, including but not limited to: SMT placement, reflow, paste printing, conformal coating, masking, epoxy application, coating, optical, and x-ray inspection.
• Run thermal and functional testing of electronic hardware, including setup, instrumentation, test execution, teardown, and troubleshooting.
• Thoroughly document failure modes and use data to continually improve quality.
• Component kitting and measurement.
• Ensure production equipment is maintained and calibrated through scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Manage schedule priorities and independently execute work to meet company deliverables.

Benefits

• Pay range: Starlink Production Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50/hour
• Starlink Production Technician/Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00/hour
• Starlink Production Technician/Level 3: $29.50 - $37.00/hour
• Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, 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.
• Accrual of 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Eligibility for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law.
• Company shuttles offered for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED