Sheet Metal Technician (Starlink)

Future Ventures; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Redmond, Washington is seeking a Sheet Metal Technician for the Starlink development team. This role involves operating laser cutters and water jets, producing complex sheet metal assemblies, and collaborating closely with engineers on high-impact projects. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in metal fabrication. The position requires precision in reading blueprints and meeting production schedules. Join us to help build the future of space technology.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience running a waterjet and/or a laser cutter.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment such as laser cutters, press brakes, and water jets.
• Find novel ways to produce complex sheet metal assemblies.
• Read basic blueprints to ensure parts are made to specifications.
• Providing customers with clean, deburred and complete parts.

Skills

Operating laser cutters

Water jet operation

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

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.

SHEET METAL TECHNICIAN (STARLINK)

The Starlink Development team is responsible for the fabrication and assembly of new product development, production tooling, and automation equipment for the rapidly growing Starlink factory. Technicians work closely with the engineering team to support high-impact projects to grow the Starlink Production line, from development to a high-volume production system.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and maintain equipment such as laser cutters, press brakes, and water jets
• Find novel ways to produce complex sheet metal assemblies, occasionally without design definition
• Read basic blueprints to ensure parts are made to engineering specifications to meet customer needs
• Providing customers with clean, deburred and complete parts

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of professional experience running a waterjet and/or a laser cutter

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Ability to meet daily/weekly production needs with critical time schedules
• Ability to read blueprints and complete basic shop math