STARLINK AVIATION PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN (ENTRY LEVEL, TEMPORARY)

Build, test, and repair Starlink hardware used on aircraft. The Starlink Aviation team makes the systems that connect planes to the Starlink network and support the in-flight experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble and integrate mechanical and electrical hardware for development units and certification or production test builds, using work instructions
• Install and repair Starlink enterprise and aviation products to FAA, quality, and workmanship standards
• Troubleshoot hardware problems and report findings to engineering or quality so repeat issues get fixed
• Run vibration, shock, thermal, RF, load, and related tests; record and report the data used for FAA certification
• Build hardware to spec and keep product quality consistent

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a TEMPORARY position with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject to change with minimal notice as business needs dictate

• LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 Months
• LOCATION: Woodinville, WA
• SHIFT: 1st shift (6:00 AM–4:00 PM) or 2nd shift (4:00 PM–2:00 AM)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 6+ months of hands-on experience using hand tools in a job, military role, trade school, or structured training program (screwdriver, ratchet, Allen keys, pliers, or torque wrench)
• Available to work the posted shift: 1st shift (6:00 AM–4:00 PM) or 2nd shift (4:00 PM–2:00 AM), as stated on the requisition
  • Able to work overtime and occasional weekends
• Able to lift up to 25 lb unassisted
• Able to stand for long periods, climb ladders, bend, grasp, sit, pull, push, stoop, and stretch

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 1+ year in a production, maintenance, repair, lab, or related hands-on setting
• 1+ year fixing, installing, or building aircraft hardware
• Harness fabrication or electro-mechanical assembly
• Printed circuit board assemblies or test stations
• Multimeter experience; oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, or network analyzer is a plus
• Habit of documenting and correcting nonconformances
• Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) or Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET)

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 accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.