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Aerospace, Space Exploration, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

Test Technician (Starlink Aviation)

Woodinville, WAFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$33,000–$40,000 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

electromechanical assembly
wire harnesses
PCBAs
test racks
robotics
environmental simulation equipment
hardware troubleshooting
software troubleshooting
documentation updating
line technician training

Nice to have

hardware testing
fabricating
electro-mechanical assemblies
printed circuit board assemblies
test stations
oral communication

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking a Test Technician for its Starlink Aviation division to build, deploy, and maintain test systems, racks, fixtures, and harnessing for aviation products. This role involves hands-on electromechanical assembly, troubleshooting hardware and software, updating documentation, and collaborating with design and certification engineers. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in electromechanical assembly, with preferred experience in hardware testing, fabrication, and debugging. Familiarity with electronics theory, quality standards (AS9100, IPC-620, J-STD-001), various electrical debug tools, and relevant software (OS, configuration control, CAD, scripting) is highly valued. This position directly contributes to providing global internet access to the aviation fleet.

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.

TEST TECHNICIAN (STARLINK AVIATION)

As a Starlink Aviation Test Technician, you will be responsible for building the test systems and infrastructure used to test and produce Starlink Aviation products. Your primary functionality will be to produce, deploy and maintain test racks, fixtures, and harnessing using engineering drawings and internally developed systems. You will work closely with Starlink Aviation design and certification engineers, as well as FAA and other Enterprise partners. SpaceX is looking to provide access for the global aviation fleet to the world wide web - you would be directly involved and hands on with accomplishing this mission!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Build high-quality wire harnesses, PCBAs, test racks, robotics, and environmental simulation equipment

Support production and qualification by troubleshooting hardware and software, updating documentation, training line technicians, and performing schedule maintenance

Manage workload in order to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and respond to critical requests

Interpret a variety of sources ranging from controlled, released documentation to informal sketches

Identify design gaps; ask directed questions, and apply skill and experience to resolve them, and update documentation to prevent recurrence

Maintain clean, stocked, and orderly work area

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of experience in electromechanical assembly

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree

3+ years of experience with hardware testing

Hands-on experience fabricating and debugging harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, and test stations

Ability to use written and oral communication skills to continually improve designs, processes, working environment, and team morale

Excellent attention to detail and insistence on verifying work

Basic knowledge of electronics theory and principles

Experience with AS9100, IPC-620, and J-STD-001 qualifications

Experience with electromechanical build processes including iron & hot-air soldering; wire crimping and stripping; machine and hand drilling, shaping, cutting, and joining; 3D plastic printing

Electrical debug tools including multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer

Experience with software including Windows and Linux operating systems; SVN and git configuration control; JIRA, Confluence, and TeamCenter content management systems; Altium, Mentor, NX computer-aided design; Python and BASH scripting; text-based and graphical user interfaces; hand truck and forklift

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Pay Range:Level 1: $23.00 - $29.00Level 2: $28.00 - $34.50Level 3: $33.00 - $40.00

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 at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock 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 insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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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