Test Specialist, Components (Starshield)

SpaceX • Hawthorne, CA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Test Specialist role is responsible for supporting the initial bring-up and future production of Starshield satellites. This includes designing tooling (electrical checkout racks, vehicle harnessing, DAQ setups etc.) and processes (vehicle checkout software, harness/component integration, troubleshooting procedures, etc.) to build Starshield vehicles at a continually increasing rapid cadence. Test Specialists will be expected to contribute to daily production activities, including dispositioning and troubleshooting issues, providing feedback and basic test software (Python-based) improvements to reduce false failures and improve test coverage, designing first-article flight and GSE hardware, working with engineers to execute sub-system development testing, and aiding production technicians. Test Specialists will also occasionally provide support with setting up and executing vehicle-level qualification tests, including thermal vacuum chamber (TVAC), electromagnetic interference (EMI) and other design validation tests.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or technical discipline; or high school diploma or equivalency certificate and 2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on engineering technician or specialist role
• Must be willing to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs, unassisted
• Ability to stand, climb, walk, and work with object overhead
• Willing to travel to other SpaceX sites and/or vendor sites as needed
• This position requires being onsite in Hawthorne, CA, remote work not considered
• Applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
• 5+ years of experience reading electrical schematics to rework boards or perform tests
• Ability to read and understand electromechanical schematics
• Knowledge of Ohm's Law, power supplies, digital logic, ADC/DAC circuits, op amps, semiconductors, and communications protocols
• Ability to read mechanical assembly drawings and blue prints
• Experience developing, debugging, and deploying software that has been used in real world applications/projects (Python preferred)
• Ability to fabricate and repair electrical systems, including: Soldering, crimping, and assembling connectors/harnesses
• Experience in moderate to high-volume manufacturing
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge/experience with high voltage systems (AC and DC)
• Knowledge/experience working with electrical components, data acquisition systems, and electrical harnessing

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
• Perform tests independently and with engineers, according to test procedures and design requirements
• Conduct first-level troubleshooting of test system errors by reading and interpreting test logs and measurement data
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures
• Develop safety barriers, protocols, and control systems that protect humans from high-voltage testing hazards
• Assist in the design of test fixtures, test setups, and test stands to be used for qualification and/or development campaigns
• Independently fabricate and build any of the following in accordance to the defined specifications: Instrumentation including DAQ hardware and wire harnesses, Mechanical or fluid systems, High-voltage electrical systems
• Aid in efforts to uncover root cause of equipment failures and develop permanent resolutions of issues found during test operations
• Develop and document procedures and train operators for execution, maintenance, assembly, and anomaly handling
• Maintain the shop floor including floor stock, tooling, and ground support equipment

Benefits

• 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
• access to a 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree