Final Assembly Technician (Starlink)

Final Assembly Technician (Starlink)

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.

Final Assembly Technician (Starlink)

The Final Assembly Technician (Integration Technician) is responsible for hardware assembly, integration, and testing of Starlink Satellites. This role requires strong mechanical assembly and avionics integration skills, along with test and repair activities. You will build and test the final satellite assemblies.

Responsibilities:

• Stage, set up, assemble, test, and install satellite flight hardware
• Use various mechanical and precision-calibrated tools, including automated and manual torque wrenches
• Hands-on operations with both large and small mechanical assemblies
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely, and in a professional manner
• Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document activities
• Support troubleshooting of hardware issues in real-time and provide feedback to eliminate repeat issues

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with structures, avionics, propulsion, or automotive hardware installation OR a certificate from an accredited trade school/program
• 1+ year of experience working in electrical or mechanical test environment or performing electrical or mechanical installations

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 3+ years of hands-on electro-mechanical assembly experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high-volume operating environment preferred
• Excellent attention to detail and an insistence on permanently correcting errors
• Skill in operating machinery and various tools requiring manual dexterity
• Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) schooling

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. Estimated shift hours; 1st shift 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 2nd Shift 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM
• 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 able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

Compensation and Benefits:

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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies. Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.