Electrician, Solar Cells (Starlink) - Day Shift

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is looking for an Electrician to support solar cell production at their facility in Bastrop, Texas. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in an industrial setting and must hold a high school diploma. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining electrical systems, compliance with safety standards, and troubleshooting. Candidates with a journeyman or master electrician license are preferred. The role requires working in industrial environments and adhering to ITAR requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as a licensed or certified electrician in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and blueprints.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems in cleanroom environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution and power systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems.
• Collaborate with teams to develop and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Licensed or certified electrician

Troubleshooting skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 of enabling human life on Mars.

ELECTRICIAN, SOLAR CELLS (STARLINK) - DAY SHIFT

At SpaceX, we are building the next generation of space infrastructure to enable large‑scale AI data centers in orbit. These orbital AI platforms require massive amounts of reliable, high‑efficiency solar power to support intensive computing workloads in space. To make this possible, we are standing up one of the largest solar cell manufacturing facilities in the world. We are seeking an Electrician to install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution, controls, and power systems for both facility infrastructure and solar cell production equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution, controls, lighting, and power systems for facility infrastructure and production equipment
• Support power systems for cleanroom tools, utility equipment, and process areas including PECVD, PVD, texturing, and metallization lines
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems to ensure reliability and minimal downtime
• Troubleshoot electrical issues down to the component level using schematics and diagnostic tools
• Collaborate with facilities and production teams to develop and follow work instructions and safety procedures
• Ensure compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA, and all applicable safety standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for electrical system performance and energy efficiency
• Open and resolve electronic work tickets and maintain accurate documentation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of professional experience as a licensed or certified electrician in an industrial or manufacturing setting

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Journeyman or master electrician license
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, controls, and power distribution in cleanroom or high‑tech manufacturing environments
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and blueprints
• Experience supporting high‑volume production equipment and utility systems
• Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience with lock‑out/tag‑out, job hazard analysis, and chemical safety protocols
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and executing digital work instructions
• Demonstrated punctuality, ability to work in a high‑stress environment, and flexibility to adjust priorities

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand up to 6 hours, lift up to 25 pounds unassisted, and maneuver around equipment in a factory setting
• Ability to work in industrial environments with fumes/odors, noise, hazardous chemicals, and confined spaces
• Must be available for one of the following AWS shifts (start and end times are approximate):
  • A Shift – 5:00am‑5:00pm, Sunday‑Wednesday
  • B Shift – 5:00am‑5:00pm, Wednesday‑Saturday

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.

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