PCBA Production Technician

SpaceX; Redmond; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision & dental

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Shuttle service

Job summary

SpaceX in Redmond is seeking a PCB Production Technician to assemble circuit boards, run SMT lines, and conduct thermal/functional tests. You will document failures and analyze data to drive quality improvements while maintaining equipment and meeting production deadlines.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1+ year in electromechanical assembly. Shift work, including evenings and weekends, may be required. SpaceX offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• 1+ year hands-on electromechanical experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate PCB assembly machines (SMT placement, reflow, solder paste, masking, inspection).
• Conduct thermal and functional testing of electronic hardware.
• Document failure modes and use data to improve quality and processes.
• Maintain and calibrate production equipment via preventive maintenance.
• Manage schedule priorities and work independently to meet deadlines.
• Perform component kitting and precise measurement to support assembly.

Skills

Electro-mechanical assembly

Read drawings & schematics

Test setup & experiments

Soldering IPC/J-STD

Data analysis & documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

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’ve only begun to scratch the surface of our potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class technicians to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe.

PCBAPRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operated PCB assembly machines to manufacture circuit boards, including SMT placement, reflow soldering, solder paste printing, conformal coating, masking, epoxy application, selective coating, optical inspection, and X-ray inspection.
• Conducted thermal and functional testing of electronic hardware, encompassing setup, instrumentation, test execution, teardown, and troubleshooting.
• Documented failure modes in detail and leveraged data analysis to enhance product quality and process improvements.
• Maintained and calibrated production equipment through scheduled preventive maintenance to ensure operational reliability.
• Managed schedule priorities and executed tasks independently to meet company deliverables and deadlines.
• Performed component kitting and precise measurement to support assembly processes.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of hands-on work experience with electromechanical tools, assembly, or testing.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly, integration, or mechanical assembly.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
• Proficient in using a PC, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office suite, ERP, and related programs.
• Soldering proficiency including IPC and/or J-STD certification.
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekend as needed. Estimated shift times:
  • 1st shift: 5:30 AM - 3:30 PM
  • 2nd shift: 3:30 PM - 1:30 AM
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

• Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50
• Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00
• Level 3: $29.50 - $37.00

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.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].