Production Technician; Starlink

Production Technician (Starlink) – SpaceX

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X was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is exploring the stars is more exciting than a world that stays on Earth. We are actively developing the technologies to enable that future, with the ultimate goal of human life on Mars. This role focuses on the Starlink satellite constellation, a solution that brings reliable internet worldwide.

• 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 desoldering 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.

• High school degree or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of hands‑on work experience.

• 2+ years of hands‑on experience working in an electro‑mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or a high‑volume manufacturing company.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
• Proficiency in using a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with electrical wiring.
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.
• Associate degree (preferred).

• Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times: 1st shift: 5 AM – 3:30 PM; 2nd shift: 3:30 PM – 2 AM.
• 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.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.

• 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

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package  may also be eligible for long‑term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long‑term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Non‑exempt Washington employees are eligible for 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 Space

X Redmond office Monday to Friday.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a: (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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