Lead Technician - Starlink Satellite Mech and Electronic Production; Starlink - 2nd shift

Position: Lead Technician - Starlink Satellite Mech and Electronic Production (Starlink) - 2nd shift
Space

X was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today Space

X is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

LEAD TECHNICIAN - STARLINK SATELLITE MECH AND ELECTRONIC PRODUCTION (STARLINK) - 2

NDSHIFT

One of the most ambitious missions that Space

X has undertaken to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world. We are looking for talented technicians to help full-scale production of the Starlink satellites. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment;

if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact; and if you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Lead satellite production team to achieve daily production targets involving mechanical integration and test execution according to work orders

* Assist with the development of production processes, and identify continuous improvements to reliably achieve production targets

* Build small electrical sub-assemblies

* Mechanical/electrical assembly of satellite components, subassemblies, and integration of final vehicle assemblies

* Mechanical/electrical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis

* Build-up battery cell modules

* Build solar modules and solar arrays

* Wire harnessing

* Solder and de-solder through-hole and SMT components

* Support conformal coat, masking, epoxy application and coating

* Run functional testing of built hardware, including setup, instrumentation, test execution, and teardown

* Operate complex automated equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance

* Support the development of prototype test capabilities for spacecraft component development and life tests

* Assist in the identification, installation and implementation of test equipment, instrumentation and data acquisition systems

* Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated, track calibration schedules

* Responsible for some preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems

* Identify test equipment requirements for planned tests, maintain test consumables inventory, and develop test procedures and processes accordingly

* Perform test setups as needed to support developments across several test regimes - thermal, shock, thermal vacuum, vibration

* Manage schedule priorities and independently executing work to meet company deliverables

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school diploma or equivalency certificate

* 6+ months as a Space

X Technician or 1+ years of experience in an outside aerospace production environment

PREFERRED

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

* 2+ years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly, integration or mechanical assembly experience

* Associate degree

* Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license

* Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, controlled documentation and processes such as: layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures/work instructions; schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list

* Able to proficiently use a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite

* Excellent communication and organizational skills

* Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company

* Experience with electrical wiring

* IPC and/or J-STD certification

* Electro-mechanical assembly and prototype development experience

* Experience setting up and running tests and experiments

* Soldering experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift time: 1st

Shift: 4:00 PM - 2:15 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 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential

Level 3: $29.50 - $37.00/hour + $2.00/hour lead differential

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…