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.
STARLINK GATEWAY TECHNICIAN
One of SpaceXs most ambitious missions to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution for providing reliable internet worldwide. We are looking for talented technicians to help with the full-scale production of Starlink Gateways. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products you deliver. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, enjoy solving complex problems with high-impact solutions, and love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next step in your career.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build small electrical sub-assemblies.
- Assemble mechanical and electrical components of gateways, subassemblies, and final vehicle integrations.
- Integrate PCB assemblies into product chassis.
- Assemble battery cell modules.
- Construct solar modules and solar arrays.
- Wire harnesses.
- Solder and desolder through-hole and SMT components.
- Support conformal coating, masking, epoxy application, and coating processes.
- Operate complex automated equipment, troubleshooting and maintaining as needed.
- Maintain lab equipment, ensuring calibration and tracking schedules.
- Conduct functional testing of hardware, including setup, instrumentation, test execution, and teardown.
- Set up tests to support thermal, shock, thermal vacuum, and vibration regimes.
- Prioritize schedules and work independently to meet company deliverables.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school degree or equivalency certificate.
- 1+ years of hands-on work experience.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 2+ years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly, integration, or mechanical assembly.
- Proficient in using a PC, Microsoft Windows, and the Microsoft Office suite.
- Associate degree.
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
- Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing, precision manufacturing, or high-volume manufacturing company.
- Electro-mechanical assembly and prototype development experience.
- Experience setting up and conducting tests and experiments.
- IPC and/or J-STD certification.
- Soldering experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.
- Estimated shift times 1st shift: 6 AM - 4:00 PM; 2nd shift: 3:45 PM - 1:45 AM.
- Standing for long periods, 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.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Starlink Gateway Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50/hour
Starlink Gateway Technician/Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00/hour
Starlink Gateway Technician/Level 3: $29.50 - $37.00/hour
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, stock options, 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 in Washington State accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law. Company shuttles are offered to employees for round-trip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office, Monday to Friday.
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 EEOCompliancespacex.com.
