MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) - LEVEL 4/5

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to 10M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers and the software that brings it all together. The Machine Maintenance Technician will be involved in solving equipment and tooling problems in order to improve SpaceX asset availability. SpaceX doesn’t shut down production for maintenance, and instead we find ways to predict failures and perform the maintenance without interrupting production. This role will require you to work directly with the engineers and other technicians who design and build unique machines to solve critical problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
• Troubleshoot, repair control devices such as PLCs, HMIs, CNC controls
• Troubleshoot, repair and overhaul of mechanical systems like, pumps, chillers, gearboxes, etc
• Replace and install electrical components such as switches, relays, contactors, transformers, rectifiers, circuit breakers, fuses, and sensors for temperature/pressure/position
• Replace and install mechanical components such as bearings, bushings, motors, shafts, collars, couplings, pullets, belts, gears, chains, rollers, pumps, valves, hoses, and o-rings on a variety of system equipment
• Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments
• Provide maintenance on various equipment: vacuum chambers, thermal chambers, CNC machines, production automation and controls equipment, tooling fixtures, and other industrial machinery
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience with corrective and/pr preventative maintenance
• 3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of experience with electrical system troubleshooting
• Ability to conduct research and use on all available resources in house for complex troubleshooting consistently.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to describe and navigate through a machine’s functions, root cause recurrent issues, and identify the cross-referenced parts needed for repairs
• Authored baseline procedures and assisted in training new technicians in procedure execution
• Millwright skills and abilities and industrial multi-craft and mechanical trades, able to read tooling drawings and setup a lathe, mill, surface grinding operations safely, basic understanding of tooling modification and repairs
• Ability to repair any mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems safely from start to finish and train others on best repair and troubleshooting practices.
• 7+ years of maintenance technician experience
• Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields
• Experience with hand/power tools, forklifts, and other heavy equipment
• PLC programming and robotics troubleshooting experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work the following shifts:
  • 1st shift Monday - Friday (5:00 AM - 3:30PM)
  • 2nd shift Monday - Friday (3:30 PM to 2 AM)
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Valid Washington state driver’s license
• Ability to stand up for up to 8 hours during the day
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work directly with the hardware on the floor while being comfortable stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing and standing (including on lifts and ladders)

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.

MECHANICAL DEVELOPMENT TEST ENGINEER - SATELLITES (STARLINK)

SpaceX is leveraging its 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 millions of 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. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we’re looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team.

Starlink Development Test is a fast-paced R&D focused group that aims to reduce hardware development time and increase reliability by testing Starlink’s next-generation hardware. Our Test Engineers design, fabricate, and implement test equipment as well as conduct development tests for the new structures, components, mechanisms, and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create test stand concepts, fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists
• Design and analyze structures, fluid systems, and mechanisms
• Supervise the integration of test stands including fabrication, mechanical assembly and data/control systems
• Operate test stands with great attention to detail (tests have very little margin for error, so attention to detail is a crucial and essential characteristic of a development test engineer)
• Develop test requirements with the flight engineering team, develop a design solution that meets or exceeds those requirements, and drive the campaign to closure

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 1+ years of industry experience (co-ops/internships can apply)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Involvement with an extracurricular project team designing and building mechanical structures and/or high-pressure systems
• Professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures
• Experience with hydraulic, thermal, structural, electromechanical, high pressure, and vacuum systems
• Experience with basic test instrumentation and control components such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, solenoid valves, and encoders
• Experience with Unigraphics (NX)
• Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA)
• Experience with steel and/or aluminum weldment design and analysis
• Experience with high pressure (up to 30,000 psi) fluid system design and analysis
• Experience working with lithium-ion batteries
• Demonstrated understanding of structural and mechanical first principles analysis
• Demonstrated full-cycle ownership of a hardware project from concept to implementation
• Hands-on experience with testing, data acquisition, and troubleshooting issues
• Hands-on design and fabrication experience
• Basic programming skills (Python, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS preferred)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel as needed, up to 25% to other SpaceX sites
• Ability to work at elevated heights occasionally (scissor lifts and articulated boom lifts)
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed
• Must be available to work extended hours and some weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 

Pay range:    
Development Test Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year    
Development Test Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year    

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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

TEST SPECIALIST - HARDWARE IN THE LOOP, SATELLITES (STARLINK)

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Ensure satellite development test systems and areas are operating properly.
• First level troubleshooting with electrical/mechanical diagnostics and test data review.
• Build, update, repair and validate bespoke hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) test equipment, servers and network racks.
• Fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: crimping, soldering and assembling connectors.
• Develop and document procedures for execution, maintenance, assembly, and anomaly handling.
• Maintain an organized, clean and safe work environment. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Comfortable with basic tools and electro-mechanical tasks, hands-on skillset.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.
• Strong understanding of technical documentation, engineering drawings, and schematics.
• Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
• Experience working and administering a Linux environment.
• Developed and deployed software that has been used in real world projects (Python preferred).
• Basic understanding of networking, including VLANs, namespaces and routing.
• Experience with radio frequency components, links and wiring.
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. 

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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

AUTOMATION AND TEST ENGINEER, SATELLITES (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 millions of 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 globe.

The Starlink engineering teams are building highly reliable in-space mesh networks, designing secure systems to guarantee access to space, designing next-gen communication and sensing software, and more. You will be responsible for systems that enable rapid development and accurate testing of Starlink software and hardware, with continual focus on design, development and building innovative test systems, from hardware designs to software infrastructure. Our engineers are responsible for the life cycle of the products they create, including development, testing, and operational support giving you a chance to have critical ownership of the projects you’re working.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop and build test platforms to best validate Starlink software.
• Develop software that allow for test execution across multiple environments: hardware-in-the-loop (HITL, HIL) and virtualized hardware simulations.
• Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system.
• Analyze test results and identify bugs that require in-depth investigations with engineers across the organization.
• Work closely with developers to provide a reliable, fast, accurate and easy-to-use integrated test platform.
• Hands-on integration and troubleshooting of Starlink hardware/software.
• Identify areas for improvement in the test systems and create innovative solutions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline and 1+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development; OR 3+ years of professional experience in test systems, software or hardware development in lieu of a degree (internship experience is applicable).
• Development experience in C, C++, or python.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience building, testing, or working with hardware test setups.
• Linux and Bash proficiency and experience with networking protocols.
• Developed and deployed software that has been used in real world applications/projects.
• Data analysis skillset and experience with simulation software.
• Experience with containerization technologies (i.e. Docker, Kubernetes).
• Radio frequency (RF) system-level design, modems and diagnostic test equipment experience.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
• Experience with continuous integration and monitoring.
• Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics.
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    

Pay range:    
Software Engineer/Level I: $125,500.00 - $145,000.00/per year    
Software Engineer/Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year  
    
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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

SR. MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER, SATELLITES (STARLINK)

As a member of the Starlink Production Design team you will design the factory of the future, enabling mass production of satellites, ground stations, and high-performance space hardware that has never been produced in volume. You will design custom tooling and machinery for production processes that range from manual to highly automated. You will use your expertise in mechanical engineering to design, analyze, fabricate, qualify, and commission structures, mechanism and automation equipment, optimizing for pace of execution and net impact to SpaceX. You will personally own high impact projects and drive them from concept to completion on a time scale measured in months, not years.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop structures, mechanisms and automation equipment to enable high volume production of Starlink Satellites
• Demonstrate extreme ownership of projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through fabrication and production bring-up
• Balance simultaneous projects of varying scope and complexity in a fast-paced environment
• Partner with flight design and production teams to develop the satellite, factory and production processes in parallel
• Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution and efficiency
• Hone your organizational skills as you coordinate with internal SpaceX resources and external vendors and maintain a project schedule and budget
• Assemble and commission the equipment you design

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience in Mechanical Engineering
• Prior experience designing mechanical systems using 3D CAD software and 2D drawings

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior work experience with structural design and analysis
• Experience with custom machine design; electromechanical systems, motors, actuators, linear rails, bearings, lifting/rigging, etc. 
• Ability to perform structures hand calculations
• Strong expertise in design for manufacturability and design for assembly including experience taking products from development to high-volume production
• Familiarity with drafting standards and the application of GD&T
• Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, manual and CNC, and hands-on machining experience
• Experience with Siemens Unigraphics (UGS/NX) and Teamcenter CAD/PDM systems
• Experience with finite element analysis, such as FEMAP pre/post processing, NASTRAN Solver, ANSYS Workbench, NX Advance Simulation
• Experience with manufacturing process development, facility and line layouts, process failure mode effects analysis, and error proofing

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Satellites (Starlink): $130,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year

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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

SHEET METAL TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)

The Starlink Development team is responsible for the fabrication and assembly of new product development, production tooling, and automation equipment for the rapidly growing Starlink factory. Technicians work closely with the engineering team to support high-impact projects to grow the Starlink Production line, from development to a high-volume production system.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and maintain equipment such as laser cutters, press brakes, and water jets
• Find novel ways to produce complex sheet metal assemblies, occasionally without design definition
• Read basic blueprints to ensure parts are made to engineering specifications to meet customer needs
• Providing customers with clean, deburred and complete parts

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of professional experience running a waterjet and/or a laser cutter

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to meet daily/weekly production needs with critical time schedules
• Ability to read blueprints and complete basic shop math
• Experience with press brake operations
• Knowledge of sheet metal K-factors and application
• Ability to hold close tolerances on sheet metal parts per engineering drawings

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work all required shift hours, overtime, and weekends as needed
• Forklift operation
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:     
Sheet Metal Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $29.00/hour        
Sheet Metal Technician/Level 2: $28.00 - $34.50/hour        
Sheet Metal Technician/Level 3: $33.00 - $40.00/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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

DEVELOPMENT TEST ENGINEER, SATELLITES (STARLINK)

At SpaceX, we are 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, providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. Our mission is to design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, including thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that integrates it all. We are just beginning to explore Starlink's potential global impact and are seeking top-tier engineers to help maximize its utility for communities and businesses around the globe. 

As a Development Test Engineer for Starlink, you will be responsible designing and building “hardware-in-the-loop” (HIL/HITL) test systems. These systems allow for Starlink software engineers to build technologies such as space laser mesh networks, next-generation phased array antennas, advanced collision avoidance algorithms, and much more. You will be working with a multidisciplinary team on efforts such as constructing a platform to simulate the motion profile of mobile customers, performing end-to-end validation of the Starlink network, and simulating ion thruster functionality with/without vacuum. You will also be collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that we provide a highly-effective, user-friendly integrated test platform. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, build, and maintain highly reliable hardware-in-the-loop (HIL/HITL) testbeds—including surrounding infrastructure, tooling, and support equipment—for the Starlink software continuous integration system.
• Develop test cases and create simulation environments that replicate on-orbit scenarios to deliver flight-like testing capabilities.
• Ensure all software has appropriate level of test coverage, balancing reliability, velocity and safety.
• Pioneer innovative strategies to scale the HITL fleet in accordance with the Starlink software organization’s growing test demands.
• Analyze and troubleshoot HITL test results to identify testbed issues and prevent software bugs from reaching production.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of professional test experience within electrical, mechanical, and/or aerospace engineering. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience with integration and testing of electrical, electromechanical, RF, and/or propulsion systems. 
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DAQs, electronic loads, and spectrum analyzers.
• Experience with 3D CAD software for design, modeling, and manufacturing applications.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Experience with communication protocols including USB, VISA, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, and Modbus.
• Experience configuring networks and troubleshooting layers 2-4 of the OSI-model.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.
• Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, math, and physics.
• Experience with simulation software and data analysis.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a dynamic environment. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Level I: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year
Level II: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year

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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

SOFTWARE ENGINEER, DEVELOPMENT TEST AUTOMATION (STARLINK)

As a software engineer on the development test automation team you will design, build, and automate test systems to support the development and production of satellite payloads, propulsion systems, mechanisms, and more. Your focus will be on developing software solutions that combine satellite hardware, vacuum systems, high-power test equipment, instrumentation, data acquisition, and production systems to enable test capabilities. These test systems enable subscale testing of components, support iteration on designs for future vehicles, qualify new hardware before flight, and verify production flight hardware.

Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here – engineers on this team are curious, collaborative, love to learn new things, and work effectively in a dynamic environment to deliver high-impact technology on a massive scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop modular, reusable test and automation software in Python and similar languages for development and qualification testing
• Write automation software to interact with hardware, test equipment, instrumentation, and production systems
• Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
• Develop custom automation solutions to engineering challenges using a combination of embedded electronics and innovative hardware
• Design user interfaces that make complex machines and processes easy to use and troubleshoot

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
• Development experience in Python and/or C, C++

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience developing application, test, or automation software in an interdisciplinary environment
• Experience with configuration management and version control software
• Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition system design, or electronics test engineering
• Experience writing software that interacts with one or more of the following electrical test equipment: oscilloscopes, DMMs, DAQs, power supplies, electronic loads, spectrum analyzers, source measure units
• Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware such as network devices and lab instrumentation
• Extensive knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems, with a thorough knowledge of computer architecture and networks
• Experience with configuration management and version control software
• Experience in one or more of the following: electronics test rack design and build, data acquisition setup and field measurements, build of electronics systems or test systems for local assembly or industrial applications
• Extensive knowledge of a range of digital and analog interfaces including USB, VISA, TCP/IP, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog-to-digital conversion
• Experience working with spacecraft, automotive, or other industrial hardware, such as high-powered electrical systems and ground-support equipment
• Solid fundamental knowledge of networks, electronics, RF communications, optics, math, and physics
• Strong skills in troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Level I: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year
Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year

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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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.

TEST AUTOMATION ENGINEER, SATELLITES (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 with over 8,500 in-orbit and is providing fast, reliable internet to 9M+ 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 globe.

As a software engineer on the development test automation team you will design, build, and automate test systems to support the development and production of satellite payloads, propulsion systems, mechanisms, and more. Your focus will be on developing automation and software solutions that combine satellite hardware, vacuum systems, high-power test equipment, instrumentation, data acquisition, and production systems to enable test capabilities. These test systems enable subscale testing of components, support iteration on designs for future vehicles, qualify new hardware before flight, and verify production flight hardware.

Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here – engineers on this team are curious, collaborative, love to learn new things, and work effectively in a dynamic environment to deliver high-impact technology on a massive scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop modular, reusable test and automation software in Python and similar languages for development, qualification, and manufacturing testing
• Write automation software to interact with hardware, test equipment, instrumentation, and production systems
• Invent tools that enable more frequent and reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of a continuous integration and release system
• Develop custom automation solutions to engineering and manufacturing challenges using a combination of embedded electronics and innovative hardware
• Design user interfaces that make complex machines and processes easy to use and troubleshoot

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or STEM discipline; OR 2+ years of professional experience in software development in lieu of a degree
• Development experience in Python and/or C, C++

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ years of experience automating test systems
• 1+ years of experience with instrumentation, data acquisition system design, or electronics test engineering
• Experience writing software that interacts with one or more of the following electrical test equipment: oscilloscopes, DMMs, DAQs, power supplies, electronic loads, spectrum analyzers, source measure units
• Experience with configuration management and version control software
• Experience in one or more of the following: electronics test rack design and build, data acquisition setup and field measurements, build of electronics systems or test systems for local assembly or industrial applications
• Extensive knowledge of a range of digital and analog interfaces including USB, VISA, TCP/IP, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog-to-digital conversion
• Familiar with the operation and administration of Linux systems
• Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware such as network devices and lab instrumentation
• Experience with the design, build, and activation of fluids, thermal, vacuum, structural, or electromechanical systems
• Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis
• Creative approach to problem-solving, exceptional analytical skills and engineering fundamentals
• Able to collaborate with a wide range of people and effectively work in a team
• Sound verbal and written communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:    
    
Pay range:    
Level I: $125,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year    
Level II: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00/per year    

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 & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & 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.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:              

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER, PRODUCTION (STARLINK)

As a member of the Starlink Production Design team you will design the factory of the future, enabling mass production of satellites, ground stations, and high-performance space hardware that has never been produced in volume. You will design custom tooling and machinery for production processes that range from manual to highly automated. You will use your expertise in mechanical engineering to design, analyze, fabricate, qualify, and commission structures, mechanism and automation equipment, optimizing for pace of execution and net impact to SpaceX. You will personally own high impact projects and drive them from concept to completion on a time scale measured in months, not years.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and develop structures, mechanisms and automation equipment to enable high volume production of Starlink Satellites
• Demonstrate extreme ownership of projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept generation through fabrication and production bring-up
• Balance simultaneous projects of varying scope and complexity in a fast-paced environment
• Partner with flight design and production teams to develop the satellite, factory and production processes in parallel
• Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution and efficiency
• Hone your organizational skills as you coordinate with internal SpaceX resources and external vendors and maintain a project schedule and budget
• Assemble and commission the equipment you design

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• +1 year of experience designing mechanical systems using 3D CAD software and 2D drawings

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior work experience with structural design and analysis
• Experience with custom machine design; electromechanical systems, motors, actuators, linear rails, bearings, lifting/rigging, etc. 
• Ability to perform structures hand calculations
• Strong expertise in design for manufacturability and design for assembly including experience taking products from development to high-volume production
• Familiarity with drafting standards and the application of GD&T
• Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, manual and CNC, and hands-on machining experience
• Experience with Siemens Unigraphics (UGS/NX) and Teamcenter CAD/PDM systems
• Experience with finite element analysis, such as FEMAP pre/post processing, NASTRAN Solver, ANSYS Workbench, NX Advance Simulation
• Experience with manufacturing process development, facility and line layouts, process failure mode effects analysis, and error proofing

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Mechanical Design Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Mechanical Design Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

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. 

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) - LEVEL 4/5

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to 7M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers and the software that brings it all together. The Machine Maintenance Technician will be involved in solving equipment and tooling problems in order to improve SpaceX asset availability. SpaceX doesn’t shut down production for maintenance, and instead we find ways to predict failures and perform the maintenance without interrupting production. This role will require you to work directly with the engineers and other technicians who design and build unique machines to solve critical problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
• Troubleshoot, repair control devices such as PLCs, HMIs, CNC controls
• Troubleshoot, repair and overhaul of mechanical systems like, pumps, chillers, gearboxes, etc
• Replace and install electrical components such as switches, relays, contactors, transformers, rectifiers, circuit breakers, fuses, and sensors for temperature/pressure/position
• Replace and install mechanical components such as bearings, bushings, motors, shafts, collars, couplings, pullets, belts, gears, chains, rollers, pumps, valves, hoses, and o-rings on a variety of system equipment
• Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments
• Provide maintenance on various equipment: vacuum chambers, thermal chambers, CNC machines, production automation and controls equipment, tooling fixtures, and other industrial machinery
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of maintenance technician experience
• 3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of experience with electrical system troubleshooting
• Ability to conduct research and use on all available resources in house for complex troubleshooting consistently.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to describe and navigate through a machine’s functions, root cause recurrent issues, and identify the cross-referenced parts needed for repairs
• Authored baseline procedures and assisted in training new technicians in procedure execution
• Millwright skills and abilities and industrial multi-craft and mechanical trades, able to read tooling drawings and setup a lathe, mill, surface grinding operations safely, basic understanding of tooling modification and repairs
• Ability to repair any mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems safely from start to finish and train others on best repair and troubleshooting practices.
• 7+ years of maintenance technician experience
• Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields
• Experience with hand/power tools, forklifts, and other heavy equipment
• PLC programming and robotics troubleshooting experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work the following shifts:
  • 1st shift Monday - Friday (5:00 AM - 3:30PM)
  • 2nd shift Monday - Friday (3:30 PM to 2 AM)
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Valid Washington state driver’s license
• Ability to stand up for up to 8 hours during the day
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work directly with the hardware on the floor while being comfortable stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing and standing (including on lifts and ladders)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:          

Maintenance Technician/Level 4: $41.00 - $50.00/hour    
Maintenance Technician/Level 5: $46.50 - $59.00/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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies.

HARDWARE TEST AUTOMATION ENGINEER, SATELLITES (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 with over 8,500 in-orbit and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of 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 globe.

As a Hardware Test Automation Engineer you will design, build, and automate test systems to support the development and qualification of satellite payloads, propulsion systems, mechanisms, and more. This role encompasses design, analysis, and manufacturing disciplines, with the ability to spearhead large-scope projects from early design through implementation. Aerospace experience is not required to be successful here – engineers on this team are curious, collaborative, love to learn new things, and work effectively in a dynamic environment to deliver high-impact technology on a massive scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, document, and implement cross-functional automation solutions to improve test capability, coverage, and safety.
• Design and implement test and ground support equipment (GSE) to include flight hardware fixtures, automated test equipment, facilities infrastructure, vacuum systems, etc.
• Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to use and troubleshoot.
• Create electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics.
• Provide innovative solutions to unique requirements and challenges faced by the team, which can range from specialized equipment to difficult installation locations.
• Perform electrical installation of valves, limit switches, potentiometers, transducers, etc.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of experience automating test systems.
• 1+ years of experience with instrumentation, data acquisition (DAQ) system design, or electronics test engineering.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ years of programming experience using Python, MATLAB, or C/C++.
• Experience with one or more of the following electrical test equipment: oscilloscopes, digital multimeters (DMM), DAQs, power supply, electronic load, spectrum analyzer, source measurement unit.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLC).
• Experience in one or more of the following: electronics test rack design and build, DAQ setup and field measurements, build of electronic systems or test systems for local assembly or industrial applications.
• Extensive knowledge of various digital and analog interfaces including but not limited to: USB, VISA, TCP/IP, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog-to-digital conversion.
• Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware.
• Experience with the design, build, and activation of fluids, thermal, vacuum, structural or electromechanical systems.
• Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis.
• Able to collaborate with a wide range of people and effectively work in a team.
• Sound verbal and written communication skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:                             

Pay range:         
Hardware Test Automation Engineer/Level I: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year            
Hardware Test Automation Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year            

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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS SPECIALIST (STARLINK)

As a member of the Starlink Automation & Controls team, you will play a key role in owning the build and activation of custom machines critical to the production of the Starlink Satellite Constellation. Additionally, you will troubleshoot and repair existing assets and work to improve the long-term reliability of systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Support the building and activation of new automation projects, including mechanical assembly, wiring, pneumatics routing, I/O checkouts, and production qualification
• Update/modify electrical, pneumatic, and fluid schematics
• Troubleshoot and remedy problems with mechanical/electrical/pneumatic systems, HMI’s, and PLC’s Layout, build, as well as troubleshoot new industrial electrical control panels
• Troubleshoot PLC and HMI software applications
• Improve on existing production and R&D robot application programming
• Support production use of deployed assets, promptly resolving issues on the production floor
• Maximize equipment uptime and reliability

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience supporting the design and manufacture of assembly machinery or high-volume products (consumer electronics, toys, medical devices, food & beverage, etc.)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• Occupational trade school qualification in an electrical based field
• Strong, working knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety), NFPA 79 & UL508A codes
• PLC & HMI programming experience
• Industrial machine networking experience
• Electrical schematic drawing experience
• Demonstrable hands-on skill in fault finding, problem resolution
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Ability to bring multiple departments with different priorities together and support them in achieving common goals

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Wiling to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times 1st shift: 5 AM - 3:30 PM; 2nd shift: 3:30 PM - 2 AM
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and able to maneuver in tight spaces
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range: 
Automation & Controls Specialist /Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00/hour
Automation & Controls Specialist/Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00/hour
Automation & Controls Specialist/Level 3: $42.00 - $51.00/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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies.

AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEER (STARLINK)

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers and the software that brings it all together. As a member of the Starlink Tooling and Automation team you will work with elite engineers on high impact applications to create the factory of the future for high volume satellite production that will maximize Starlink’s impact around the globe and beyond.

 RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Design, build, qualify and implement projects spanning machine design, robotics and manufacturing processes from initial ideation to production use
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code
• Implement vision systems for robotic guidance, quality control and data collection
• Design systems to control processes, track factory performance and collaborate across teams to increase manufacturing efficiency in a data driven way
• Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to use and troubleshoot
• Create electrical, pneumatic and fluid schematics for control panels
• Keep our factories safe by implementing ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant systems

• Proven ability to solve complex problems with simple solutions and little supervision
• Excited by a fast-paced environment, strong desire and ability to learn quickly and adapt
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Hands-on experience with at least one of the specific disciplines below and interest in learning the other areas you are not yet strong in:

Industrial Automation:

• Automation Hardware: PLC’s, COTS Robots, servo motion, machine vision, distributed IO, pneumatic controls, etc.
• Field Bus Networking protocols: EtherCAT, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, etc.
• Machinery and processes: dispenser, pick and place, fastener installation, automated bonding, thermo-compression, soldering, ultrasonic welding, temperature & position control, injection molders, die casters, etc. and design for manufacturing
• Applied Statistical Process Control and other data tools (descriptive, inferential, regression, correlation) to improve manufacturing processes
• Safely testing and commissioning integrated systems

Software: 

• PLC programming, preferably Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text, state machines, applying Object Oriented Programming to mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, sensors, pneumatics/hydraulics, etc.
• Robotics programming, preferably ABB Rapid
• HMI, SCADA, IoT (MQTT, OPC-UA), SQL, C#, .NET, Python
• Industrial machine vision, Cognex Vision Pro preferred, Halcon & OpenCV acceptable

Electrical: 

• Electrical sizing of motors, cables, circuit protection, VFD’s, motor starters, various other motion systems
• Design of fail-safe electrical circuits using both safety logic controllers and safety-rated relays
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems using tools like multimeters, oscilloscopes, EMI probes
• Proficiency in understanding and creating electrical schematics and single line diagrams (EPLAN preferred)
• Analog signal integrity and EMI reduction
• Hands-on experience designing and commissioning high quality electrical panels and electro-mechanical systems with appropriate safety considerations in mind
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, UL508A codes with ability to ensure compliance with control system safety standards

 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range: 
Automation & Controls Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year 
Automation & Controls Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year 

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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

BATTERY TEST ENGINEER, SATELLITES (STARLINK)

SpaceX is leveraging its 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 millions of 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. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we’re looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team.

Starlink Development Battery Test is a fast-paced R&D focused group that aims to increase reliability by testing Starlink’s next-generation batteries. As a Battery Test Engineer you will design, fabricate, and implement battery test equipment as well as conduct development tests for the new battery packs and cells.

This role will help build out a comprehensive test suite to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of the Starlink battery systems ranging in size from single cells to full packs. This individual is ultimately responsible for the outcome of Starlink batteries and must define overall test campaigns necessary to assess the performance of new cell technologies across our operational conditions and determine whether the fully assembled pack will function reliably, and safely, in-orbit for the life of the satellite. This role encompasses design, analysis, and manufacturing disciplines, with the ability to spearhead large-scope projects from early design trades through implementation. This individual should be passionate about batteries with a background in mechanical engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Create test fixturing concepts, fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and to establish mechanical, thermal, and electrical tests necessary for rapid development of battery packs and cells
• Develop and maintain test facilities including abuse testing chambers and vacuum chambers
• Establish safety protocols for high voltage applications and various destructive tests of battery cells
• Design test fixtures and data acquisition systems
• Document test plans, procedures, and results
• Provide feedback on system level design trades
• Design and analyze structures, fluid systems, and mechanisms
• Operate test beds with great attention to detail (tests have very little margin for error, so attention to detail is a crucial and essential characteristic of a development test engineer)
• Develop test requirements with the flight engineering team, develop a design solution that meets or exceeds those requirements, and drive the campaign to closure

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• 1+ years of experience in one or more of the following: 
  • Involvement with an extracurricular project team designing and building mechanical fixturing and/or battery systems 
  • Academic research on mechanical structures and batteries 
  • Professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures and fixturing

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Experience with electrical, electrochemical, fluidic, electromechanical, thermal, structural, pneumatic, and vacuum systems
• Experience with basic test instrumentation such as current sensors, contactors, pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, solenoid valves, and encoders
• Experience with Arbin and Novonix cell cyclers
• Experience with Unigraphics (NX) or similar CAD programs
• Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA)
• Experience with lithium-ion battery handling, safety and usage
• Demonstrated understanding of structural and mechanical first principles analysis
• Familiarity with battery cell first principles
• Demonstrated full-cycle ownership of a hardware project from concept to implementation
• Hands-on experience with testing, data acquisition, and troubleshooting issues
• Hands-on design and fabrication experience
• Basic programming skills (Python and SQL preferred)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be willing to travel as needed, up to 25% to other SpaceX sites
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed
• Must be available to work extended hours and some weekends

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Battery Test Engineer/Level I: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Battery Test Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) - LEVEL 4/5

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to 7M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers and the software that brings it all together. The Machine Maintenance Technician will be involved in solving equipment and tooling problems in order to improve SpaceX asset availability. SpaceX doesn’t shut down production for maintenance, and instead we find ways to predict failures and perform the maintenance without interrupting production. This role will require you to work directly with the engineers and other technicians who design and build unique machines to solve critical problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
• Troubleshoot, repair control devices such as PLCs, HMIs, CNC controls
• Troubleshoot, repair and overhaul of mechanical systems like, pumps, chillers, gearboxes, etc
• Replace and install electrical components such as switches, relays, contactors, transformers, rectifiers, circuit breakers, fuses, and sensors for temperature/pressure/position
• Replace and install mechanical components such as bearings, bushings, motors, shafts, collars, couplings, pullets, belts, gears, chains, rollers, pumps, valves, hoses, and o-rings on a variety of system equipment
• Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments
• Provide maintenance on various equipment: vacuum chambers, thermal chambers, CNC machines, production automation and controls equipment, tooling fixtures, and other industrial machinery
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of maintenance technician experience
• 3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of experience with electrical system troubleshooting
• Ability to conduct research and use on all available resources in house for complex troubleshooting consistently.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to describe and navigate through a machine’s functions, root cause recurrent issues, and identify the cross-referenced parts needed for repairs
• Authored baseline procedures and assisted in training new technicians in procedure execution
• Millwright skills and abilities and industrial multi-craft and mechanical trades, able to read tooling drawings and setup a lathe, mill, surface grinding operations safely, basic understanding of tooling modification and repairs
• Ability to repair any mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems safely from start to finish and train others on best repair and troubleshooting practices.
• 7+ years of maintenance technician experience
• Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields
• Experience with hand/power tools, forklifts, and other heavy equipment
• PLC programming and robotics troubleshooting experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work the following shifts:
  • 1st shift Monday - Friday (5:00 AM - 3:30PM)
  • 2nd shift Monday - Friday (3:30 PM to 2 AM)
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Valid Washington state driver’s license
• Ability to stand up for up to 8 hours during the day
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work directly with the hardware on the floor while being comfortable stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing and standing (including on lifts and ladders)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:          

Maintenance Technician/Level 4: $41.00 - $50.00/hour    
Maintenance Technician/Level 5: $46.50 - $59.00/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. Non-exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies.

HARDWARE TEST ENGINEER (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 millions of 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 globe.

SpaceX is looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to design, build, and automate test systems to support the development and qualification of the battery and power systems. This role encompasses design, analysis, and manufacturing disciplines, with the ability to spearhead large-scope projects from early design trades through implementation. You will be expected to define new processes, drive system requirements, manage large-scope projects across multiple disciplines, and activate systems that meet or exceed the aesthetics of the factory of the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, document, and implement cross-functional automation solutions to improve test capability, coverage, and safety
• Design and implement test and ground support equipment to include flight hardware interfacing fixtures, battery management systems, automated test equipment, and facilities infrastructure
• Directly involved with equipment builds, checkouts, and troubleshooting
• Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to use and troubleshoot
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code
• Create electrical, harnessing, and fluid schematics
• Control and maintain network infrastructure interfaces to data acquisition and control systems
• Use electrical equipment in the field to verify the functionality of end instruments
• Provide innovative solutions to special requirements and challenges faced by the team, which can range from specialized equipment to challenging installation locations
• Perform electrical installation of valves, limit switches, potentiometers, contactors, etc.

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in an electrical engineering or another STEM discipline 
• 1+ years of experience with instrumentation, data acquisition system design, or electronics test engineering

 PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ years of programming experience using Python, MATLAB, or C/C++
• Experience with one or more of the following electrical test equipment: oscilloscopes, DMMs, DAQs, power supply, electronic load, spectrum analyzer, or source measurement units
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
• Experience in one or more of the following: electronics test rack design and build, data acquisition setup and field measurements, build of electronic or test systems for local assembly or industrial applications
• Extensive knowledge with a range of digital and analog interfaces including USB, VISA, TCP/IP, CAN bus, SPI, I2C, Modbus, analog-to-digital conversion
• Experience troubleshooting interactions between software and hardware
• Experience with the design, build, and activation of thermal, vacuum, structural or electromechanical systems
• Understanding of metrology, sources of measurement error, and uncertainty analysis
• Creative approach to problem solving, exceptional analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals
• Able to collaborate with a wide range of people and effectively work in a team
• Sound verbal and written communication skills

 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work weekends and extended hours as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Hardware Test Engineer/Level I: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year
Hardware Test Engineer/Level II: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00/per year

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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)

The Starlink Development team is responsible for the fabrication and assembly of new product development, production tooling, and automation equipment for the rapidly growing Starlink factory. Technicians work closely with the engineering team to support high-impact projects to grow the Starlink Production line, from development to a high-volume production system.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fabricate piece parts to print using machine shop and fabrication equipment
• Build complex mechanical assemblies to a high standard which may include high and low-voltage wiring or pneumatics
• Perform equipment operations using forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, or tractor trailers for critical moves/lifts within the facility

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 4+ years of welding experience including AC/DC TIG, MIG (shielded and none shielded)
• 2+ years of experience in manual machine operations (milling or lathe) OR 2+ years of experience using fabrication tools such as drill presses, sanders, hand tools, cutting torches, plasma cutters, and material saws

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Able to read blueprints and complete basic shop math
• Able to read and interpret fluid or electrical schematics
• Able to work independently and problem-solve efficiently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and ability to work well on a team
• Willingness to provide constructive feedback to the engineering and production teams to improve tooling designs, processes, and parts
• Able to stay organized with strong attention to detail
• Precision hole drilling operations experience
• Proficient computer skills; comfortable with using email and the Microsoft Office suite
• CAD design skills using NX to design basic parts
• Laser tracking experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to work all required shift hours, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

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.

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, DEVELOPMENT (STARLINK)

The Production Coordinator plays a vital role within our team, ensuring the on-time completion of tests and large projects. This position involves monitoring, tracking, and coordinating parts, workflows, and schedules in a high-stakes aerospace manufacturing environment. The role requires collaboration across planning, procurement, engineering, production, and test teams to maintain data integrity, optimize logistics, and drive efficiency while adhering to SpaceX specifications and safety standards. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and adaptable in a dynamic setting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all parts and hardware are on-hand and kitted for projects
• Receive, store and issue raw materials, parts, details, and hardware to support tooling operations
• Organize parts and materials in bins, drawers, and racks, identifying parts and stored location
• Monitor part supply levels, including shelf-life storage, tooling and consumable inventory
• Maintain documentation of standard equipment and tooling
• Monitor, track, and coordinate movement of parts to ensure project readiness
• Oversee RFI (inventory request) material for upcoming jobs, lineside material cycle counts, and external storage organization
• Ensure projects have proper documentation upon handoff from engineering to dev shop
• Run clear to build reports to optimize tooling schedules
• Develop and implement cost reductions processes and efficiency improvement measures
• Develop and maintain reports to highlight needs, deliverables, and constraints as required for internal and customer use
• Analyze available data and work with supervisors and managers to develop and verify metrics as required to drive optimal results
• Work with planning, procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure our scheduling and inventory data is and remains clean and accurate

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of supply chain, inventory control, or manufacturing experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems
• Experience and understanding of inventory and kitting processes
• Experience operating a forklift and related equipment
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace, electronics, automotive, or other high-volume manufacturing
• 2+ years of inventory control experience in a warehouse
• Professional examples of past process and design suggested improvements being successfully implemented
• Ability to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast paced environments
• Effective communication skills (verbally and written) across engineering, technicians, and leadership

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Available for overtime and weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• The ability to lift heavy objects is required in this position (up to 25 lbs. unassisted)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:    
Level 1: $22.00 - $25.00/hour    
Level 2: $24.50 - $29.00/hour    
Level 3: $27.00 - $32.00/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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.

ENVIRONMENTAL TEST TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)

We’re seeking an experienced test specialist with a strong affinity toward multidisciplinary testing, design development, and problem solving. Environmental test technicians work hand-in-hand with multidisciplinary engineers while supporting satellite hardware testing throughout the design and build processes to ultimately join our revolutionary fleet of Starlink satellites. The ideal candidate is highly skilled with mechanical disciplines, hands-on, flexible, a quick learner, works well in a fast-paced environment, and is highly self-motivated.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble, instrument, and test satellite flight hardware throughout development, production, and on-orbit correlation testing phases
• Monitor and assess test asset and test article performance throughout development and qualification campaigns
• Activate, evaluate, monitor, and maintain space simulation test equipment (Thermal, Thermal Vacuum, HASS / HALT, Vibration, Shock)
• Assembly, activation and troubleshooting of custom test racks and automated equipment interfaces to increase test lab capability and unit test quality
• Structural test build and execution for a variety of large- and small-scale structural and mechanical satellite components
• Work with engineering to plan, build, and activate test equipment (mechanical assemblies, gas, hydraulic, cryogenic fluid systems, etc.)
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and harnessing. including pressure transducers, flowmeters, temperature sensors, accelerometers and strain gauges

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical/structural/fluid/electrical systems
• 1+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices

 PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with NASA STD 8739.4, IPC-620, and J-STD-001 qualifications
• Experience with electromechanical build processes including iron & hot-air soldering; wire crimping and stripping; machine and hand drilling, shaping, cutting, and joining; 3D plastic printing
• Ability to fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: soldering, crimping, assembling connectors
• A&P (airframe and powerplant) license
• Able to read mechanical and engineering drawings and interpret tolerances (including GD&T)
• Experience with hydraulic plumbing repair/fabrication
• Knowledge/experience with cryogenic systems (gaseous and liquid)
• Experience with rigging, cranes, and lift operations
• Experience with precision measuring instruments/equipment
• Knowledge of various fittings (NPT, MS, AN, Swagelok, medium pressure)
• Experience with test operations procedures including hydraulic load control, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, and safe handling of flight parts
• Strong computer and analytical skills including proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs
• Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to navigate and manipulate files
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This is a 1st shift role working from 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Willing to work weekends and extended hours as necessary; flexibility required
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Environmental Test Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $29.00/hour
Environmental Test Technician/Level 2: $28.00 - $34.50/hour
Environmental Test Technician/Level 3: $33.00 - $40.00/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 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 roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.