Starlink Production Technician

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

13d•$22 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

One of SpaceX's most ambitious missions to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution for providing reliable internet worldwide. We are seeking a skilled technician to join our team in the assembly, integration, and testing of satellite and spacecraft components. This hands-on role involves building electrical and mechanical sub-assemblies, performing functional tests, and supporting prototype development in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalency certificate
1+ years of hands on work experience
Ability to read, interpret, and work from layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
Able to proficiently use a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite
Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed.
Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

Nice To Haves

2+ years of hands-on experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Experience with electrical wiring
Experience setting up and running tests and experiments
Associate degree

Responsibilities

Build small electrical sub-assemblies and perform mechanical/electrical assembly of satellite components, sub-assemblies, and final vehicle integrations.
Assemble PCB assemblies into product chassis.
Build battery cell modules, solar modules, and solar arrays.
Perform wire harnessing, soldering, and de-soldering of through-hole and SMT components.
Support conformal coating, masking, epoxy application, and related processes.
Conduct functional testing of built hardware, including setup, instrumentation, execution, and teardown.
Operate complex automated equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance.
Support the development of prototype test capabilities for spacecraft components and life tests.
Assist in identifying, installing, and implementing test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
Perform test setups across various regimes, including thermal, shock, thermal vacuum, and vibration.

Benefits

Company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
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
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.