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SpaceX · 5 hours ago

Test Specialist - 2nd Shift (Starlink)

Redmond, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$40/hr - $50/hr

3+ years exp

SpaceX is a pioneering company focused on developing technologies for human exploration of Mars. They are seeking an experienced Test Specialist to support satellite hardware testing, requiring strong mechanical and electrical skills while working in a fast-paced environment.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assemble, instrument, and test satellite flight hardware throughout development, production, and on-orbit correlation testing phases

Monitor and assess test asset and test article performance throughout development and qualification campaigns

Activate, evaluate, monitor, and maintain space simulation test equipment (Thermal, Thermal Vacuum, HASS / HALT, Vibration, Shock)

Assembly, activation and troubleshooting of custom test racks and automated equipment interfaces to increase test lab capability and unit test quality

Structural test build and execution for a variety of large- and small-scale structural and mechanical satellite components

Work with engineering to plan, build, and activate test equipment (mechanical assemblies, gas, hydraulic, cryogenic fluid systems, etc.)

Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and harnessing. including pressure transducers, flowmeters, temperature sensors, accelerometers and strain gauges

Qualification

Mechanical systemsElectrical systemsTesting equipment operationInstrumentation troubleshootingThermal vacuum testingFluid systemsDataControl systemsBasic CAD softwareStandard computer softwareProblem solvingFast-paced environmentTeam collaborationAdaptability

Required

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

Willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times - 2nd Shift: 1PM to 11:30PM

Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted

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

Willing to work weekends and overtime hours as necessary; flexibility required

Preferred

Associate degree

Experience in research and development or other fast-paced technical environment

Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules

Proven ability to rapidly change roles, responsibilities, and learn new skills while working in a high-paced and challenging work environment

Experience with component and system level troubleshooting skills and the ability to logically solve instrumentation system problems and determine corrective action

Experience with evaluation and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical and/or structural systems

Experience with thermal vacuum, vibration and shock test equipment

Basic understanding of mechanical GD&T requirements and/or electrical schematics

Experience with electrical tools (oscilloscopes, multimeters, soldering irons, crimpers, strippers, etc.)

Familiarity with harness build and termination techniques for use in extreme environments

Experience building and activating data and control systems

Experience with analog and digital instrumentation (load cells, pressure transducers, strain gauges, RTDs, TCs, encoders, deflection gages, LVDTs, accelerometers, IMUs)

Knowledge/experience with high voltage systems (AC and DC)

Comfortable and familiar with operating fabrication equipment (mill, lathe, drill press)

Experience handling cryogenic fluids

Experience with test operations procedures including hydraulic load control, hydro/pneumatic pressure control, writing or modifying automation, and configuration software systems and safe handling of flight part

Proficient with standard computer software (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook) and some experience with CAD software (NX, TeamCenter) and programming (Python, C++)