Starlink Specialist, Tool and Die Machining - 2nd Shift

SpaceX • Bastrop, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world. We are looking for talented manufacturing specialists to help establish new manufacturing and test processes to support Tool and Die. This department is responsible for producing dies (also known as tools or molds) used in processes such as injection molding, high pressure die casting, and stamping. These dies are the building blocks that enable in-house high volume production for user terminal components. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, and throughput of the products that you deliver. This role will be an ideal next career step if you seek a fast-paced/dynamic environment, thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact, and love the challenge of building something from scratch.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment; OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of developing raw material flow through a machine shop
• 2+ years experience with a CAD program such as NX or Solidworks
• 2+ years experience with CNCs, EDMs, welding, and other manufacturing processes common in the Tool and Die industry
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
• Excellent computer skills (email, Microsoft Windows, Excel)
• Ability to provide process and design improvement suggestions to engineering

Responsibilities

• Help execute new product builds from raw material across all CNC work and tool assembly
• Triage non-conforming machined components and help implement resolution and preventative actions
• Develop manufacturing standards that lead to increased consistency and reliability of the shop
• Work with the team to help developing in-house machining maintenance processes
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, rate, and cost
• Use CAD and part drawings to implement work instructions and validate part quality
• Work with complex, tight tolerance parts and various materials

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED