Integration Technician (Starlink)

SpaceX; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 65,904,384 - 83,096,832; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Comprehensive medical, vision & dental

3 weeks paid vacation + 10+ holidays

Company shuttles Seattle→Redmond

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Production Integration Technician (Starlink) to assemble, integrate, and test satellite hardware. The role requires hands-on mechanical and avionics work, using torque wrenches and precision tools.

You will participate in evaluating procedures and supporting real-time troubleshooting to keep production on schedule. Responsibilities include staging and testing flight hardware, documenting activities with engineers, and ensuring safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year in electrical or mechanical test environment or installations.
• A&P schooling preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Stage, set up, assemble, test, and install satellite flight hardware.
• Use torque wrenches and precision tools.
• Perform manual and automated assembly of mechanical parts.
• Follow procedures, specs, and test instructions.
• Ensure quality and conformance to specifications.
• Collaborate with production engineers to document activities.
• Assist in troubleshooting hardware issues to reduce repeat failures.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Avionics integration

Test & repair

Reading technical drawings

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) schooling

Tools

Torque wrenches

Forklifts

Cranes

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.

PRODUCTION INTEGRATION TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)

The Integration Technician is responsible for hardware assembly, integration, and testing of Starlink Satellites. This role requires mechanical assembly and avionics integration skills, along with test and repair activities. You will build and test the final satellite assemblies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stage, set up, assemble, test, and install satellite flight hardware
• Use various mechanical and precision calibrated tools including automated and manual torque wrenches
• Hands on operations with both large and small mechanical assemblies
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
• Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document activities
• Support troubleshooting of hardware issues in real-time and provide feedback to eliminate repeat issues

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ year of experience working in electrical or mechanical test environment or performing electrical or mechanical installations

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of hands‑on electro‑mechanical assembly experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high‑volume operating environment preferred
• Skill in operating machinery and various tools requiring manual dexterity
• Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high‑paced, challenging work environment
• Excellent attention to detail and an insistence on permanently correcting errors
• A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports
• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) schooling

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Estimated shift hours: 1st shift 5:30 AM to 3:30 PM; 2nd shift 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM

Up to 20% of travel may be required for this role

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

Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Pay range: Integration Technician/Level 1: $23.00 - $29.00/hour
• Pay range: Integration Technician/Level 2: $28.00 - $34.50/hour
• Pay range: Integration Technician/Level 3: $33.00 - $40.00/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.
• Non‑exempt Washington employees are eligible for sick leave in accordance with Washington's Sick Leave policies.
• 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 Affi should reach out to [e-mail].