Starlink Production Associate - 2nd shift (Temporary)

Rocket Lab; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace, Rocket Lab seeks a Starlink Production Associate for a temporary position on the 2nd shift in Hawthorne, CA. In this role, you will participate in the assembly of high-volume user terminal products, ensuring quality and efficiency while working in a fast-paced environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the groundbreaking Starlink project, with responsibilities including support for assembly processes and maintaining safety standards on the production line.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Access to paid holidays

Discretionary bonuses

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical or electrical assembly experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and procedures.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support development of prototype manufacturing processes.
• Perform mechanical/electrical assembly of components.
• Package final products for delivery and ensure product quality.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

Automated equipment

PC and Microsoft Office

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.

STARLINK PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE - 2ND SHIFT (TEMPORARY)

One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world. We are looking for talented production associates/assemblers to help establish new manufacturing and test processes and eventually ramp to full-scale production for the user terminal (a high volume manufactured product that consumers will have in their homes).

The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment; if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact; and if you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the development of prototype manufacturing and test capabilities
• Mechanical/electrical assembly of user terminal components, subassemblies, and final assembly according to instructions
• Operate light equipment such as drills, custom build tooling, crimpers, presses
• Program, load, operate, and troubleshoot automated equipment
• Execute equipment maintenance and calibration schedules
• Package final products for delivery
• Maintain consumables inventory
• Assist engineers with development builds and other tasks
• Help develop and optimize production line stations and processes
• Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained workspace
• Ensure product quality and conformance to design requirements
• Put safety as number one priority

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a temporaryposition with SpaceX, for the length of time as stated, and is subject tochange with minimal notice as business needs dictate.

• LENGTH OF POSITION: 3 months
• LOCATION: Hawthorne
• SHIFT: 2nd shift - Mon-Fri 3:30pm - 2:00am

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of mechanical or electrical assembly experience
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, and controlled documentation such as: layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures/work instructions; schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list
• Able to proficiently use a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high volume manufacturing company
• Experience with electrical wiring
• Electro-mechanical assembly and prototype development experience
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to work 2nd shift, overtime and/or weekends as needed. Approximate work hours: 3:30pm - 2:00am
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Starlink Production Associate/Level 1: $22.00/hour
Starlink Production Associate/Level 2: $23.00 - $26.00/hour
Starlink Production Associate/Level 3: $25.00 - $28.50/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for potential discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, and various other discounts and perks. You will also be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].