Maintenance Technician (Starlink) - Level 4/5

Latent AI; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 56,481 - 81,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

3 weeks of paid vacation

Job summary

SpaceX is looking for a Maintenance Technician (Level 4/5) in Redmond, WA to maintain and repair equipment for the world's largest satellite constellation, Starlink. This position involves troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control systems to ensure production continuity without shutdowns.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least 3 years of related experience in maintenance. Competitive pay ranges from $41.00 – $59.00 per hour, with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with corrective and/or preventative maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair.
• Ability to describe and navigate through a machine’s functions and identify required parts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure proper operating condition.
• Troubleshoot and repair control devices such as PLCs and HMIs.
• Perform work order repairs, inspections, and adjustments.

Skills

Electrical system troubleshooting

Mechanical systems repair

Hydraulic systems repair

Pneumatic systems repair

CNC controls troubleshooting

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Hand/power tools

Forklifts

Job description

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) - LEVEL 4/5

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is 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.

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation providing fast, reliable internet to 10M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system – thousands of satellites, consumer receivers and the software that brings it all together. The Machine Maintenance Technician will be involved in solving equipment and tooling problems in order to improve SpaceX asset availability. SpaceX doesn’t shut down production for maintenance, and instead we find ways to predict failures and perform the maintenance without interrupting production. This role will require you to work directly with the engineers and other technicians who design and build unique machines to solve critical problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and repair all assets to ensure their proper operating condition
• Troubleshoot, repair control devices such as PLCs, HMIs, CNC controls
• Troubleshoot, repair and overhaul mechanical systems such as pumps, chillers, gearboxes, etc.
• Replace and install electrical components such as switches, relays, contactors, transformers, rectifiers, circuit breakers, fuses, and sensors for temperature/pressure/position
• Replace and install mechanical components such as bearings, bushings, motors, shafts, collars, couplings, pulleys, belts, gears, chains, rollers, pumps, valves, hoses, and O‑rings on a variety of system equipment
• Perform work order repairs, inspections, and adjustments
• Provide maintenance on various equipment: vacuum chambers, thermal chambers, CNC machines, production automation and controls equipment, tooling fixtures, and other industrial machinery
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience with corrective and/or preventative maintenance
• 3+ years of experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and/or electrical repair

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience with electrical system troubleshooting
• Ability to conduct research and use all available resources in house for complex troubleshooting consistently
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to describe and navigate through a machine’s functions, root cause recurrent issues, and identify the cross‑referenced parts needed for repairs
• Authored baseline procedures and assisted in training new technicians in procedure execution
• Millwright skills and abilities plus industrial multi‑craft and mechanical trades, able to read tooling drawings and set up a lathe, mill, surface grinding operations safely, basic understanding of tooling modification and repairs
• Ability to repair any mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems safely from start to finish and train others on best repair and troubleshooting practices
• 7+ years of maintenance technician experience
• Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields
• Experience with hand/power tools, forklifts, and other heavy equipment
• PLC programming and robotics troubleshooting experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available to work the following shifts:
  • 1st shift Monday – Friday (5:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
  • 2nd shift Monday – Friday (3:30 PM – 2 AM)
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Valid Washington state driver’s license
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours during the day
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Ability to work directly with hardware on the floor while being comfortable stooping, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing, and standing (including on lifts and ladders)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay range: Maintenance Technician/Level 4: $41.00 – $50.00 /hour
Maintenance Technician/Level 5: $46.50 – $59.00 /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, 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.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (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].