Test Specialist (Starlink Aviation)

Starlink; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Starlink Aviation Test Specialist to join the team designing and deploying test systems for Starlink aviation products. You will work closely with design and certification engineers and external partners to ensure robust testing and FAA compliance.

The role involves hands-on assembly and testing of mechanical/electrical systems, building harnesses and test racks, data collection, and supporting production and qualification tests. Extended hours or weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical/structural/fluid/electrical systems.
• 2+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work on extended hours or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Design, procure and perform mechanical and electrical assembly, activation of mission-specific development and CI test systems for all Starlink aviation platforms
• Design and build wire harnesses, PCBAs, test racks, robotics, and environmental simulation equipment
• Operate, collect and report data of test findings for vibration, shock, thermal, RF, load tests to meet FAA certification requirements
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Support production, engineering, and qualification tests including equipment bring-up and configuration, dry runs, and in situ troubleshooting
• Manage first article builds, address shortages and errors, and feedback findings into documentation
• Manage supply chain and vendors for outsourced equipment builds
• Develop and manage maintenance plans for production equipment
• Maintain safe, clean, stocked, and orderly work area

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Electronic testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate degree

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Spectrum analyzer

Network analyzer

Altium

Mentor PCB

NX

Git

JIRA

Python

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.

TEST SPECIALIST (STARLINK AVIATION)

As a Starlink Aviation Test Specialist, you will be a hands on contributor to the design, production and deployment of test systems and infrastructure used in the production of Starlink Aviation Products. You will work closely with Starlink Aviation design and certification engineers, as well as FAA and other Enterprise partners. SpaceX is looking to provide access for the global aviation fleet to the world wide web - you would be directly involved and hands on with accomplishing this mission!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, procure and perform mechanical and electrical assembly, activation of mission-specific development and continuous-integration test systems for all of Starlink aviation platforms
• Design and build wire harnesses, PCBAs, test racks, robotics, and environmental simulation equipment
• Operate, collect and report data of test findings for a wide variety of tests, including but not limited to: vibration, shock, thermal, RF, load and any other needed testing to meet FAA certification requirements
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
• Support production, engineering, and qualification tests including equipment bring-up and configuration, dry runs, and in situ troubleshooting.
• Manage first article builds, address shortages and errors, and feedback finding into documentation
• Manage supply chain and vendors for outsourced equipment builds
• Develop and manage maintenance plans for production equipment
• Maintain safe, clean, stocked, and orderly work area

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of hands on experience with mechanical/structural/fluid/electrical systems
• 2+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree
• 2+ years of experience working in a production or engineering function
• Hands-on experience fabricating harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, and test stations
• Electromechanical design and debug, including PCBAs, wire harnesses, electronics enclosures, line automation, and server racks
• Excellent attention to detail and an insistence on permanently correcting errors
• Electromechanical build processes including iron & hot-air soldering; wire crimping and stripping; machine and hand drilling, shaping, cutting, and joining; 3D plastic printing
• Electrical debug tools including multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer
• Experience working in a variety of software environments, applications, and languages including Linux, Windows, Microsoft Office, git, SVN, JIRA, Altium, Mentor PCB, NX, Bash, and Python

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work extended hours or weekends as needed
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

• Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00
• Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00
• Level 3: $42.00 - $51.00

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 long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

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].