Night-Shift Satellite Operations Technician

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring a Starlink Operations Technician for the night shift to support the Starlink dish production lines. You will troubleshoot equipment, triage non-conforming product, and drive preventative actions while supporting line start-up and development builds.

The role requires reading blueprints, measuring with a multimeter, and applying IPC/J-STD standards. You will participate in continuous improvement and collaborate with engineering to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience in electronics, automotive, or other high-volume manufacturing.
• IPC and/or J-STD certification preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Starlink Dish Production lines for troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Triage non-conforming product and drive resolution and preventative actions.
• Operate complex automated equipment and support line start-up/shut down.
• Execute off-nominal and development builds with minimal guidance.
• Support development of manufacturing processes and SOPs.
• Carry out continuous improvement tasks with manufacturing engineering.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications.
• Support PFMEA development to identify risks and drive improvements.
• Perform tasks in at least one specialty: SMT, test, or mechanical.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Schematic diagrams

Multimeter use

Electrical/electronics

Process improvement

Communication

Adaptability

Shift work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP/MRP/MES systems

Windows/iOS proficiency

Hand/power tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

SpaceX is hiring a Starlink Operations Technician for the night shift to support the Starlink dish production lines. You will troubleshoot equipment, triage non-conforming product, and drive preventative actions while supporting line start-up and development builds.

The role requires reading blueprints, measuring with a multimeter, and applying IPC/J-STD standards. You will participate in continuous improvement and collaborate with engineering to ensure quality and on-time delivery.