Microelectronics Reliability Technician – Test Lab

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Hardware Reliability Technician in Microelectronics Test (Starlink) to support failure analysis and reliability testing for microelectronics across our Starlink products. You will operate specialized equipment, document results, and work closely with engineers to resolve test-related issues.

The role requires hands-on lab work, soldering and PCBA rework, and the ability to maintain test systems in a fast-paced environment. Overtime/weekends may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years in production, manufacturing, or technical lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate failure analysis and reliability test equipment to support root cause investigations.
• Document test results and data clearly per SOPs.
• Communicate test-related issues with engineers and specialists; collaborate with team.
• Support day-to-day reliability test lab operations 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 for reliability testing.

Skills

Soldering

PCBA rework

Root cause analysis

Lab reliability testing

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in engineering/technical field

Bachelor's degree in engineering/technical field

Tools

Optical microscopy

Data logging equipment

Soldering station

Cross-sectioning equipment

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Hardware Reliability Technician in Microelectronics Test (Starlink) to support failure analysis and reliability testing for microelectronics across our Starlink products. You will operate specialized equipment, document results, and work closely with engineers to resolve test-related issues.

The role requires hands-on lab work, soldering and PCBA rework, and the ability to maintain test systems in a fast-paced environment. Overtime/weekends may be needed.