Satellite Hardware Manufacturing Specialist (2nd Shift)

InvestedintheMission; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist for the Starlink program on the 2nd shift to help establish new manufacturing and test processes for high‑volume user terminals.

You will program, load, and operate automated equipment, triage non-conforming products, drive corrective actions, and support transitions from development to production in a fast‑paced environment. A technical background with IPC/J-STD familiarity is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a hands-on manufacturing setting or a Bachelors in engineering/math/science
• Experience producing J-STD-001 Class 2 / IPC-A-610 Class 2 or equivalent
• Proficient with automated equipment such as paste printers, SPI, P&P, reflow ovens, AOI, X-ray
• Ability to deliver high-quality hardware in a fast-paced NPI environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with adaptability

Responsibilities

• Execute new product introduction builds across all work centers
• Program, load, and operate automated equipment
• Triaging non-conforming products and drive corrective actions
• Resolve production issues while maintaining design integrity and delivery timelines
• Perform process development and validation on new models under aggressive timelines
• Ensure smooth transition from development to volume production
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost
• Define maintenance schedules and support activities

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

NPI readiness

Quality mindset

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelors in engineering/math/science

Associate in engineering/math/science

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Paste printer

SPI

Pick and place

Reflow oven

AOI

X-ray inspection

Adhesive dispenser

BGA rework

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist for the Starlink program on the 2nd shift to help establish new manufacturing and test processes for high‑volume user terminals.

You will program, load, and operate automated equipment, triage non-conforming products, drive corrective actions, and support transitions from development to production in a fast‑paced environment. A technical background with IPC/J-STD familiarity is preferred.