SpaceX
Aerospace
StarlinkProductionTechnician-2ndShift
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“Starlink Production Technician - 2nd Shift at SpaceX. Skills: Satellite component assembly, Spacecraft integration, Functional testing, Prototype development. Build electrical sub-assemblies. Perform mechanical assembly”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting
Work all shifts, Work overtime, Work weekends, Standing long periods, Climbing ladders, Bending, Grasping, Sitting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping, Stretching, Lift up to 25lbs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school degree or equivalency, 1+ years hands on work experience
Nice to Have
2+ years electro-mechanical manufacturing experience, 2+ years precision manufacturing experience, 2+ years high-volume manufacturing experience, Read layout drawings, Read mechanical drawings, Read assembly procedures, Read schematics, Read engineering drawings, Read parts lists, Proficient use PC, Proficient use Microsoft Windows, Proficient use Microsoft Office suite, Excellent communication skills, Excellent organizational skills, Experience electrical wiring, Experience setting up tests, Experience running tests, Experience running experiments, Associate degree
What You'll Do.
Build electrical sub-assemblies
Perform mechanical assembly
Perform electrical assembly
Integrate satellite components
Integrate sub-assemblies
Integrate final vehicle
Assemble PCB assemblies
Build battery cell modules
Perform wire harnessing
Support conformal coating
Support epoxy application
Conduct functional testing
Setup instrumentation
Operate automated equipment
Troubleshoot automated equipment
Maintain automated equipment
Support prototype test development
Identify test equipment
Install test equipment
Implement test equipment
Identify instrumentation
Install instrumentation
Implement instrumentation
Identify data acquisition systems
Install data acquisition systems
Implement data acquisition systems
Perform thermal tests
Perform thermal vacuum tests
Perform vibration tests
How You'll Work.
Communication Scope
Communication skills
Full Job Description
SpaceX 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 SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) One of SpaceX's most ambitious missions to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution for providing reliable internet worldwide. We are seeking a skilled technician to join our team in the assembly, integration, and testing of satellite and spacecraft components. This hands-on role involves building electrical and mechanical sub-assemblies, performing functional tests, and supporting prototype development in a fast-paced aerospace environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 de-soldering 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. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: High school degree or equivalency certificate 1+ years of hands on work experience PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of hands-on experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume m
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