Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

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.

GATEWAY MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST (STARLINK)  

At SpaceX we’re leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 10M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We’ve only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink’s potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the world. 

The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment; if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact; and if you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step. We are looking for talented manufacturing specialists to help establish new manufacturing and test processes and support full-scale production for the Gateway Antenna.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Execute new product introduction builds across all work centers 
• Program, load, and operate automated equipment 
• Triage non-conforming products and drive resolution and preventative actions 
• Resolve production issues while ensuring design integrity, product quality, and delivery timelines 
• Perform process development and validation on new models in extremely aggressive timelines 
• Ensure the successful transition of products from development to volume production 
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost 
• Define maintenance schedules and support activities 
• Implement solutions on the line to improve ease of manufacture, quality, and speed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate and 2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment; OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:  

• Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline 
• Experience producing J-STD-001 Class 2, IPC-A-610 Class 2 or equivalent hardware 
• Experience with electrical tests, in circuit and/or bed of nails testing, and full assembly testing.
• Ability to deliver high-quality hardware in a fast-paced NPI environment 
• Ability to adapt and process change quickly 
• Ability to quickly design and iterate on production tooling, using CAD software and tools.
• Excellent computer skills (email, Microsoft Windows, ERP/MRP/MES systems, iOS, executing custom-developed software) 
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills 
• Ability to provide process and design improvement suggestions to engineering 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• Must be available one or more of the following shifts: 
• 8AM – 6:30 PM Monday Though Friday
• 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 
• Able to lift up to 25lbs. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io .