Starlink Hardware Reliability Tech – Onsite, Shift Flex

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Hardware Reliability Technician for Starlink to ensure the reliability and quality of user terminals and gateways through manufacturing, testing, and installation.

You will investigate root causes, document non-conformances, and support continuous improvement of the quality management system, including PCB soldering and X-ray inspection activities.

This role requires shift flexibility, onsite work, and strong teamwork in a high‑stakes production environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in production, mechanical, or manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing root cause analysis on electrical systems and PCBAs.
• Experience with root cause/corrective action systems (e.g., CAPA).

Responsibilities

• Communicate and resolve quality issues impacting Starlink products in a timely manner.
• Document production non-conformances accurately per procedures.
• Support maintenance and continuous improvement of quality management system policies.
• Participate in root cause investigations to eliminate defect sources.
• Perform field return triage and root cause analysis on returned hardware.
• Execute PCB solder rework and X-ray inspections to support root cause analysis.
• Support production during containment actions and quality alerts.
• Assess production processes for compliance with company standards and industry requirements.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality experience

Multi-tasking

QMS ISO 9001

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field

Job description

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Hardware Reliability Technician for Starlink to ensure the reliability and quality of user terminals and gateways through manufacturing, testing, and installation.

You will investigate root causes, document non-conformances, and support continuous improvement of the quality management system, including PCB soldering and X-ray inspection activities.

This role requires shift flexibility, onsite work, and strong teamwork in a high‑stakes production environment.