SMT Rework Technician

SMT REWORK TECHNICIAN

As an SMT (Surface‑Mounted Technology) Rework Technician, you would be joining a small team that supports PCBA rework with the highest grade difficulty board and harness repairs from various Starlink Production Departments. You will also work with our engineering team in developing new products such as PCBA, harness, electronic components, and test rack systems.

• Solder and desolder through‑hole and SMT components.
• Support conformal coat, masking, epoxy application, and coating.
• Mechanical/electrical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis.
• Read, interpret, and work from drawings, controlled documentation, and processes.
• Self‑monitor work progress against area benchmarks and achieve on‑time delivery of all work.
• Maintain excellent concentration, attention to detail, and outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 3+ years of electrical and/or PCBA rework/repair experience.

• IPC and/or JSTD certification including IPC
  610, IPC 7711/7722, or JSTD-001.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
• Experience in electro‑mechanical manufacturing, precision manufacturing, or aviation/aerospace manufacturing.
• Electro‑mechanical assembly and prototype development experience.
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.
• Proficiency with computers, MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs.

• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Estimated shift times: 1st shift 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 2nd shift 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Repetitive assembly operations such as grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required.
• Must be able to distinguish colors as required.

Pay range:

• Avionics Development Technician/Level 1: $25.00 – $33.00/hour
• Avionics Development Technician/Level 2: $30.00 – $39.00/hour
• Avionics Development Technician/Level 3: $35.00 – $45.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Base salary is part of the total rewards package, which may include long‑term incentives, company stock, stock options, long‑term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

You will also receive comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and are eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law.

Company shuttles are offered to employees for round‑trip travel from select Seattle locations to the Space

X Redmond office Monday‑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, or (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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