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Aerospace, Space Exploration, Telecommunications, Manufacturing

Manufacturing Technician

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

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Required skills

high-volume manufacturing
production equipment
process conditions
control systems
first-level troubleshooting
hand tools
power tools
precision measurement instruments
calipers
micrometers

Nice to have

Associate's degree
skilled trades
automotive
technical/vocational school
layout drawings
multimeters

Role summary

SpaceX is seeking Manufacturing Technicians for its Starlink factory in Bastrop. This hands-on role involves operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining production equipment across various teams including PCB production, machine maintenance, silicon packaging, and more. Responsibilities include following technical procedures, performing quality inspections, conducting preventive maintenance, and supporting root cause analysis for process issues. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, learns quickly, and works safely. A high school diploma and 1+ years of hands-on work experience are required, with an Associate's degree and 2+ years of experience preferred.

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.

MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN

SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system, providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. Our Bastrop factory builds the technology behind Starlink across printed circuit boards, custom silicon, solar cells, and more. We are looking for talented, driven technicians to drive manufacturing output and yield across our production, maintenance, and facilities teams.

This is a hands-on technician role. We are building a strong team of technicians who are trained into the team where they will have the greatest impact and clearest path to grow. This includes PCB production, machine and facilities maintenance, silicon packaging, gateway, solar, and satellite operations. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a fast-paced, metrics-driven manufacturing environment, learns quickly, works safely, and is motivated by SpaceX’s mission to provide high speed, low-latency connectivity across the globe.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform assigned technical tasks to written work instructions, procedures, and safety standards in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Execute startup and shutdown procedures and operate production equipment; monitor process conditions and control systems

Perform first-level troubleshooting on production equipment and tooling; provide feedback and work with maintenance and engineering teams to drive root cause of downtime

Use hand and power tools, precision measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers), and common test equipment for calibration, inspection, and basic repair

Read and interpret work instructions, mechanical/electrical/pneumatic schematics, drawings, and parts lists

Read and safely execute lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures and follow all Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for the assigned area

Handle production and flight hardware correctly to prevent damage; perform quality inspections and identify defects and non-conformities

Perform preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and instruments; track schedule and maintain inventory of consumables

Record work accurately in Warp, Factory Manual, and related manufacturing systems (travelers, tickets, work orders, logs)

Support root cause analysis (e.g. 5-Why) for quality and process issues and implement corrective actions to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes with a focus on reducing cost and downtime and increasing yield

Ensure 5S standards are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized work area

Conduct or support training of production personnel; cross-train and rotate across tasks, stations, or lines as production demand shifts

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of hands on work experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree

2+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, maintenance, facilities, skilled trades, automotive, military, or a technical/vocational school program

Ability to read, interpret, and work from work instructions, layout drawings, mechanical/electrical/pneumatic schematics, and parts lists

Familiarity with hand and power tools and basic precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, multimeters)

Basic mechanical and/or electrical fundamentals (fasteners, pneumatics/hydraulics; Ohm’s law, multimeter use)

Proficiently use a computer and the Microsoft Office suite

Experience using production and inventory management software such as MES/ERP

Experience with root cause analysis and problem solving (e.g. 5-Why, Fishbone, 8D)

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work closely with other technicians and cross-functional teams

Ability to identify and maintain priorities while working independently in a high-paced environment with minimal oversight

OSHA 10/30, forklift, or other relevant safety certifications

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be open to work all shifts, overtime, and/or 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

Must be comfortable working in a production environment, which may include loud areas, fumes/odors, and the handling of hazardous chemicals depending on the assigned team

Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for the assigned manufacturing environment

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

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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