Machine Maintenance Associate (Starlink)

Responsibilities

• Support Starlink factory maintenance activities
• Perform mechanical/electrical assembly of user terminal components, subassemblies, and final products
• Use hand tools, handheld measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers), and light equipment (e.g., drills, crimpers, presses)
• Operate, program, load, troubleshoot, and maintain automated equipment; execute calibration schedules
• Manage inventory for consumables, stock, and engineering/development shop requests
• Assist engineers/technicians with development builds, Starlink factory maintenance, and site improvements
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, scissor lift) per safety guidelines
• Ensure product quality, conformance to design requirements, and prioritize safety at all times
• Maintain clean, organized workspaces with general clean-up and thorough organization
• Keep computer records up to date
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as directed
• Put safety as number one priority

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Previous maintenance or production experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of mechanical or electrical troubleshooting experience
• Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company
• Experience with electrical wiring
• Electro-mechanical assembly and prototype development experience
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments
• Methodical approach to troubleshooting with high level of attention to detail
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings and controlled documentation such as: layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists
• Able to proficiently use a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be physically capable of performing manual labor tasks (able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted)
• Must be able to work while standing on lifts and ladders
• Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours during the day
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and be able to maneuver in tight spaces
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for lab and electro-chemical manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work all shifts, as needed
• A shift: Sun-Wed, 5AM-5PM
• B shift: Wed-Sat, 5AM-5PM
• C shift: Sun-Wed, 5PM-5AM
• D shift: Wed-Sat, 5PM-5AM
• Must be able to work overtime and be available for weekends as needed

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.

Company Information

• 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.