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.
MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST, HIGH PRESSURE DIE CASTING (STARLINK)
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 manufacturing specialists to help establish new manufacturing and test processes and support full-scale production for the user terminal (a high-volume manufactured product that consumers will have in their homes). Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas.
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The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you thrive on solving complex problems within a dynamic environment, such as high-pressure die casting and powder coating, and you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Execute new product introduction builds across our high-pressure die casting department, including CNC machining, automated deburring, and powder coating
- Program, operate, and troubleshoot automated equipment
- Triage non-conforming products and drive resolution and preventative actions
- Resolve production issues while ensuring design integrity, product quality, and delivery timelines
- Perform process development and validation on new models in extremely aggressive timelines
- Ensure the successful transition of products from development to volume production
- Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost
- Define maintenance schedules and support activities
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate and 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing and production environment; OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline
- 2+ years of experience working with mechanical, electrical, or pneumatic systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline
- Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- Experience with automation systems, including PLC programming, troubleshooting, and integration of sensors, actuators, and robotics
- Experience producing J-STD-001 Class 2, IPC-A-610 Class 2 or equivalent hardware
- Experience with basic electrical troubleshooting and tests
- Ability to deliver high-quality hardware in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to adapt and process change quickly
- Excellent computer skills (email, Microsoft Windows, ERP/MRP/MES systems, iOS, executing custom-developed software)
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
- Ability to provide process and design improvement suggestions for engineering
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times:
- 1st shift: 5 AM – 3:30 PM
- 2nd shift: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
- 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
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 EEOCompliance@spacex.com.