Solar Cell Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Machine Maintenance Specialist based in Bastrop, TX, to ensure the reliability of solar cell production tools. The role requires advanced troubleshooting and maintenance skills with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in industrial settings. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and relevant technical certifications. Responsibilities include equipment repair, preventive maintenance, and training junior personnel. SpaceX offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of AI data centers.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in industrial or machine maintenance.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining complex manufacturing equipment in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced troubleshooting, repair, and modification support for complex solar cell production equipment.
• Execute preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies targeting >95% availability.
• Perform rapid root-cause analysis and corrective actions on manufacturing systems.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Repairing production equipment

Preventative maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or equivalent technical certification

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is seeking a Machine Maintenance Specialist based in Bastrop, TX, to ensure the reliability of solar cell production tools. The role requires advanced troubleshooting and maintenance skills with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in industrial settings. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and relevant technical certifications. Responsibilities include equipment repair, preventive maintenance, and training junior personnel. SpaceX offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of AI data centers.