Manufacturing Engineer, PCBA (Starlink)
SpaceX · Redmond, WA · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Process engineering position responsible for PCBA manufacturing for Starlink hardware
- Manage new product introduction of PCBA assemblies, qualifying new equipment, designing line layout, designing tooling, working closely with design engineers, and driving design for manufacturing (DFM) feedback
- Implement, simplify, and automate high reliability manufacturing processes so that the production teams can operate independently of engineering
- Identify trends and opportunities for optimizing product output, quality enhancements, and cost of manufacturability
- Drive processes for volume production of PCBA including manufacturing execution, nonconforming product management, configuration management, traceability tracking, yield improvement, and process control
- Manage work instructions, process documentation, and process training
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, materials science, manufacturing engineering, or other engineering discipline
- 1+ years of professional experience in at least one of the following areas: manufacturing process engineering, surface mount technology (SMT), accelerated testing, design for reliability, or PCB design and layout
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- High volume production experience (consumer goods, automotive, etc.) or ramping of a production line as part of a cross-functional team
- Hands-on experience working in SMT processes and/or related PCBA processes. Knowledge of IPC manufacturing standards
- Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and manufacturing metrics (e.g., CPK, yield, OEE) in production environments
- Demonstrated track record in developing new processes, improving efficiencies, and successfully transferring to production in a rapidly growing, fast-paced environment
- Competency with SQL, Python
- Experience with NX or other CAD software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both autonomously and as a team in a highly demanding, fast-paced environment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 25 Ibs. unassisted
- Willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed
COMPENSATION & 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. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
- Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip 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.