SMT Rework Technician

SMT REWORK TECHNICIAN

As an SMT (Surface-Mounted Technology) Rework Technician, you will join a small team that supports PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) rework with high-difficulty boards and harness repairs from a variety of Starlink Production Departments. You will work alongside engineering to develop 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 and controlled documentation and processes.
• Self-monitor work progress against benchmarks and achieve on‑time delivery of all work.
• Maintain excellent concentration, attention to detail, and 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 an electro‑mechanical manufacturing, precision manufacturing, or aviation/aerospace manufacturing company.
• Electro‑mechanical assembly and prototype development experience.
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.
• Proficient with computers, ability to use 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—including grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying—are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• 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 case‑by‑case and may vary based on job‑related knowledge, 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 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 also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and be 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 SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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