Data Center Specialist (Starlink)

SpaceX; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Bonuses

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring a Data Center Specialist (Starlink) to deploy and troubleshoot hardware at PoP sites worldwide. The role requires extensive travel and hands-on work with servers, routers, and fiber optic networks.

You will read and follow MOPs, document procedures, and support training materials while ensuring network readiness for global service. This is a physically active, field-heavy position based in the United States with periodic international travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years troubleshooting hardware or IT equipment in IT/telecom.
• Proven ability to read and follow MOPs and install/repair hardware.

Responsibilities

• Augment, deploy, troubleshoot, and repair hardware at Starlink PoP sites worldwide.
• Travel internationally and domestically to resolve hardware issues and deploy new hardware.
• Diagnose fiber optic circuit failures and repair to restore full operation.
• Rack and stack router and server hardware; install and upgrade parts.
• Coordinate shipments and logistics of equipment to POP sites; support spare parts strategy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Travel readiness

Multilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Web applications

Fiber optic test equipment

IT/network racks

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.

DATA CENTER SPECIALIST (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 to help maximize Starlink’s utility for communities and businesses around the globe. We are looking for detail oriented and high-energy specialist to help deploy and resolve hardware troubles around the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Augment, deploy, troubleshoot, and repair hardware at Starlink PoP colocation sites worldwide.
• Travel internationally and domestically to resolve hardware issues affecting Starlink user service and deploying new hardware to scale our worldwide network
• Diagnose failures within fiber optic circuits and execute repairs to bring system back to full operation
• Rack and stack router and server hardware on designated locations around the world
• Install servers and upgrade/replace parts of the servers following MOPs
• Investigate and resolve issues with onsite commercial network and routing hardware
• Improve existing, and create new, training documentation for continuous improvement of team skills
• Coordinate the shipment and logistics of equipment and parts to POP sites
• Executing spare parts strategy to ensure availability and minimize downtime
• Coordinate and perform data center site surveys for potential new POP sites
• Perform wireless validation surveys for VIP events and Global market access support

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience troubleshooting hardware or IT equipment in the IT or telecom industry

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong knowledge of standard computer skills: MS Office, Visio, and web applications
• Meticulous attention to detail, standards, and documentation
• Ability to read, understand, and follow MOPs
• Experience working with fiber optics network: installation, test, troubleshooting, and repair; using fiber optic test equipment (OTDR, OLS, OPM, VFL)
• Experience constructing IT/network racks (UPS, PDUs, cable management, servers, network devices)
• Experience installing, activating, or troubleshooting CWDM and/or DWDM using standard fiber equipment and testers
• A methodical approach to fixing problems and the ability to research solutions independently
• Fluency in languages in addition to English
• Training on SpaceX specific tools and processes will be provided
• Eagerness to learn new technologies in a rapidly evolving work
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work in team environments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks
• Ability to travel as required; travel will be approximately 75% of the time to US or international gateway sites
• General physical fitness and the ability to liftup to 50 lbs. is required for some tasks
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand
• Ability to work at elevated heights
• Typically exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain
• Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:

Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00/hour
Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00/hour
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. 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.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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

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 Affiative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail].