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Aerospace, Space Exploration, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

Hardware Reliability Technician, Microelectronics Test (Starlink)

Bastrop, TXFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months ago

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Required skills

microelectronics
reliability test
failure analysis
SOPs
cleanroom
ESD-controlled environment

Nice to have

JEDEC
IPC
AEC-Q200
thermal cycling
humidity
mechanical stress

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking a Hardware Reliability Technician for the Starlink team to perform microelectronics reliability tests and support failure analysis in their Reliability Test Lab. This hands-on role involves operating test equipment, documenting results, troubleshooting issues, and performing tasks like sample preparation, soldering, PCBA rework, and cross-sectioning. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in a technical lab environment and preferred experience in microelectronics quality, reliability, or failure analysis, with familiarity in soldering, PCBA rework, and reliability test standards.

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.

HARDWARE RELIABILITY TECHNICIAN, MICROELECTRONICS TEST (STARLINK)

Starlink is SpaceX’s ambitious goal to bring high-quality internet to the globe by building a constellation of thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) using our Falcon 9 and Starship reusable rockets. We are developing millions of devices for end users to link our customers to our satellites.

As a Reliability Technician on the Starlink team, you will play a critical hands-on role in the Reliability Test Lab, executing microelectronics reliability tests and supporting failure analysis to ensure the highest quality and reliability of our silicon and packaged components.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate failure analysis and reliability test equipment in accordance with current SOPs and processes to support root cause investigations of microelectronics failures

Document test results, observations, and data clearly and accurately in accordance with prescribed procedures

Communicate and resolve test-related issues as they relate to Starlink microelectronics reliability testing, collaborate closely with engineers and specialists

Support day-to-day operations of the reliability test lab for both in-sourced and custom Starlink microelectronics products

Assess, troubleshoot, and perform basic maintenance on test equipment within the Reliability Test Lab (thermal chambers, HAST, temperature cycling systems, etc.)

Perform hands-on tasks including sample preparation, soldering, PCBA rework, and cross-sectioning as needed for reliability testing

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of experience working in a production, manufacturing, or technical laboratory environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

2+ years of microelectronics quality, reliability, or failure analysis experience

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field

Experience with soldering and PCBA rework best practices

Familiarity with reliability test standards (JEDEC, IPC, or AEC-Q200) and environmental testing (thermal cycling, humidity, mechanical stress)

Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing priorities in a fast-paced lab environment

Practical experience working within quality management systems (ISO 9001)

Experience using basic failure analysis tools (optical microscopy, data logging, or similar)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

Ability to work in a cleanroom or ESD-controlled environment when required

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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