Hardware Reliability Technician, Microelectronics Test (Starlink)

United States Digital Space LLC; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Hardware Reliability Technician for Starlink microelectronics testing in Bastrop, TX. You will perform reliability tests, assist failure analysis, and support lab operations in a cleanroom/ESD environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1+ years in a technical lab, with preferred experience in soldering, PCBA rework, and JEDEC/IPC/AEC-Q200 standards. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required. HR contact: [e-mail].

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 1+ years in production, manufacturing, or technical lab environment.
• Associate or Bachelor's in a technical/engineering field preferred.
• Experience with soldering and PCBA rework is advantageous.
• Familiarity with JEDEC, IPC, or AEC-Q200 standards and environmental testing helpful.
• ISO 9001 quality management systems experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate failure analysis and reliability test equipment per SOPs to support root cause investigations.
• Document test results and data clearly and accurately.
• Communicate and resolve test-related issues with engineers and specialists.
• Support daily operations of the reliability test lab for Starlink microelectronics products.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on test equipment (thermal chambers, HAST, etc.).
• Perform sample prep, soldering, PCBA rework, and cross-sectioning as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical/engineering field

Tools

Soldering

PCBA rework

Optical microscopy

Data logging

Job description

the company 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 the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

HARDWARE RELIABILITY TECHNICIAN, MICROELECTRONICS TEST (STARLINK)

Starlink is the company’s ambitious goal to bring high-quality internet to the globe by building a constellation of thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) using our Falcon 9 and Starship reusable rockets. We are developing millions of devices for end users to link our customers to our satellites.

As a Reliability Technician on the Starlink team, you will play a critical hands-on role in the Reliability Test Lab, executing microelectronics reliability tests and supporting failure analysis to ensure the highest quality and reliability of our silicon and packaged components.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate failure analysis and reliability test equipment in accordance with current SOPs and processes to support root cause investigations of microelectronics failures
• Document test results, observations, and data clearly and accurately in accordance with prescribed procedures
• Communicate and resolve test-related issues as they relate to Starlink microelectronics reliability testing, collaborate closely with engineers and specialists
• Support day-to-day operations of the reliability test lab for both in-sourced and custom Starlink microelectronics products
• Assess, troubleshoot, and perform basic maintenance on test equipment within the Reliability Test Lab (thermal chambers, HAST, temperature cycling systems, etc.)
• Perform hands-on tasks including sample preparation, soldering, PCBA rework, and cross-sectioning as needed for reliability testing

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience working in a production, manufacturing, or technical laboratory environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of microelectronics quality, reliability, or failure analysis experience
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field
• Experience with soldering and PCBA rework best practices
• Familiarity with reliability test standards (JEDEC, IPC, or AEC-Q200) and environmental testing (thermal cycling, humidity, mechanical stress)
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing priorities in a fast-paced lab environment
• Practical experience working within quality management systems (ISO 9001)
• Experience using basic failure analysis tools (optical microscopy, data logging, or similar)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to work in a cleanroom or ESD-controlled environment when required

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.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company 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 the company’s Affir... or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].