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SpaceX · 3 days ago

Avionics Technician, SMT (Starship)

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$22/hr - $24.50/hr

2+ years exp

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Avionics Technician will operate PCB assembly machines, perform functional testing on flight hardware, and maintain tooling and inventory while ensuring quality and compliance in manufacturing processes.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operate PCB assembly machines to manufacture circuit boards, including but not limited to:

SMT placement, reflow, and solder print

Conformal coat, masking, epoxy application and coating

Component kitting and measurement

Optical and x-ray inspection

Routine inspection and maintenance of equipment

Perform functional testing on flight hardware

Inspect PCBAs for defects

Maintain tooling and consumable supply inventory

Follow work instructions and suggest improvements

Document non-conformances and associated rework and quickly return non-conforming product back into normal workflow

Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner

Qualification

PCB assembly experienceSMT equipment experienceSoldering proficiencyMS Office proficiencyTechnical documentation understandingCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

2+ years of experience using hand tools

Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs

Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

Must be able to distinguish colors as required

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