Electrical Test Specialist, PCB (Starlink)

Bastrop, Texas, United StatesOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Role summary

SpaceX is seeking an Electrical Test Specialist for its Starlink program to develop, implement, and operate testing equipment for high-volume PCB manufacturing. This role involves hands-on operation and programming of automated test equipment, root cause analysis of hardware and software failures, and providing design feedback to engineering. The specialist will also identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost, and define maintenance schedules. This position requires a strong understanding of electrical test equipment, PCB failure modes, and quality tools, with a focus on ensuring the quality and reliability of Starlink's global internet system.

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.

ELECTRICAL TEST SPECIALIST (STARLINK PCB)

SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for talented, creative, and driven specialists to drive manufacturing tools and processes, from initial concept development to full scale production. You will drive the relationship between engineering, development, and production teams and will interact regularly with department leadership. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, security, and user experience of the products that you deliver.

As a Test Specialist at Starlink, you will take ownership of state-of-the-art testing equipment for manufacturing our printed circuit boards (PCBs). This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and operationalization of equipment, facilities, tooling and testing technologies necessary for high volume production. Your work will form the backbone for millions of next generation devices used all over the world. For homes, schools, businesses, vehicles, planes, or boats, this team plays an instrumental role in ensuring high-speed connectivity is available to all who need it.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Complete standardized testing, root cause, analysis, and R&D projects

Understand data trends and the ability to debug hardware & software failure

Program, load, and operate automated equipment

Triage non-conforming product and drive resolution and preventative actions

Facilitate a close relationship with the engineering team during design, build, and test to provide design feedback; provide clear communication between the design engineering team and the production floor

Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost

Define maintenance and calibration schedules

Troubleshoot complex problems independently with minimal direction

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment; OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline

Ability to read and understand technical drawings, datasheets, and written work instructions

Ability to solve complex problems utilizing engineering first principles with minimal supervision on tight schedules

Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Experience with maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical test equipment, including replacing/reworking components (amplifiers, wire wraps, pogo pins)

Experience diagnosing PCB failure modes and root cause analysis

Strong hands-on skillset and comfortable with basic tools and electro-mechanical tasks

Knowledge of quality tools such as design of experiments, statistical process control, root cause analysis, corrective action, process failure mode, effects analysis (PFMEA), and various problem-solving approaches

Experience with flying probe and/or automated optical inspection equipment to fault isolate production PCBs and identify manufacturing defects in production

Experience with electrical test fixture design, qualification, and implementation

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed

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

Willing to travel to other SpaceX sites and/or vendors for potentially extended periods of time including international

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka 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.

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.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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