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SpaceX · 7 hours ago

Test Specialist (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$30/hr - $48/hr

2+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Test Specialist role involves supporting the production of Starshield satellites by designing tooling and processes, contributing to daily production activities, and assisting with vehicle-level qualification tests.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures on both development and flight hardware

Perform tests with engineers according to test procedures and automated test scripts while providing data and preliminary test results to derive a pass/fail criteria from each test

Assist in the design and fabrication of hardware including: harnessing, test fixtures and server racks

Troubleshoot and write rework instructions for failing hardware in both hardware in the loop (HITL) and factory environments

Perform bringing up and configuration of Linux based servers for use in HITL and factory environments following standardized procedures

Support satellite qualification testing by performing satellite operations using work instructions developed alongside engineers

Fabricate and repair cable harnesses including: soldering, crimping, assembling connectors

Support development of test automation software (Python) with guidance from engineering

Qualification

Electronic testingPython programmingLinux systemsElectrical schematicsTest instrumentationCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

High school degree or equivalency certificate

2+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical position or a bachelor's degree in an engineering field

1+ years of experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices

Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/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 25 lbs. unassisted

Preferred

Associate or bachelor's degree

5+ years of experience reading electrical schematics to rework boards or perform tests

Experience with test operations procedures including thermal, vibration, thermal vacuum, shock and EMI (electrical magnetic interference) and safe handling of flight parts

Ability to read electro-mechanical schematics to interpret test results and understand system functionality

Ability to troubleshoot interconnected systems and determine root causes and implement fixes

Experience installing and use test instrumentation sensors, such as: strain gages, deflection gages, pressure transducers, load cells, thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, and analog circuitry

Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio) and ability to navigate and manipulate files

Experience with or interest in development of software in Python, and working with Linux based systems

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal