SpaceX · 1 day ago
Sr. Maintenance Engineer (Starlink)
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $175K/yr
5+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Sr. Maintenance Engineer will provide engineering support for repairs, modifications, and upgrades of production equipment in the Starlink programs, and will be the primary technical resource for maintenance technicians.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead maintenance technicians in troubleshooting and resolving hands-on technically complex equipment repairs on mechanical, electrical, fluid, and pneumatic failures
Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and action corrective measures to address equipment, process and behavioral gaps on production systems
Balance multiple projects simultaneously of varying scope and complexity in a fast-paced environment
Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution and efficiency
Mentor high level technicians through troubleshooting, performing root cause analysis, and interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, GD&T and P&IDs
Lead complex machine improvement projects in collaboration with Equipment Reliability Engineering, Automation Engineering and Mechanical Design Engineering to maximize production equipment availability
Coordinate internal and 3rd party resources to scope and execute repairs, overhauls and equipment upgrade projects
Create, modify, and update preventative maintenance instructions to eliminate recurring failures or low value add tasks
Interface with engineering, quality, production and procurement to resolve any hold factors blocking production
Review failure modes to provide recommendations for spare parts lists, min/max levels, optimal spares inventory, parts criticality analysis
Provide leadership for utilization of CMMS (computerized maintenance management systems)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
4+ year of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment (internships and project work are applicable)
Lead maintenance technicians in troubleshooting and resolving hands-on technically complex equipment repairs on mechanical, electrical, fluid, and pneumatic failures
Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and action corrective measures to address equipment, process and behavioral gaps on production systems
Balance multiple projects simultaneously of varying scope and complexity in a fast-paced environment
Solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on speed of execution and efficiency
Mentor high level technicians through troubleshooting, performing root cause analysis, and interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, GD&T and P&IDs
Lead complex machine improvement projects in collaboration with Equipment Reliability Engineering, Automation Engineering and Mechanical Design Engineering to maximize production equipment availability
Coordinate internal and 3rd party resources to scope and execute repairs, overhauls and equipment upgrade projects
Create, modify, and update preventative maintenance instructions to eliminate recurring failures or low value add tasks
Interface with engineering, quality, production and procurement to resolve any hold factors blocking production
Review failure modes to provide recommendations for spare parts lists, min/max levels, optimal spares inventory, parts criticality analysis
Provide leadership for utilization of CMMS (computerized maintenance management systems)
Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed
Must be available to work extended hours and some weekends
Willing to travel for short trips as needed, up to 10% travel
Preferred
5+ years of troubleshooting technical problems in a manufacturing environment
Experience in design for manufacturability and design for assembly including experience taking products from development to high-volume production
Demonstration of in-depth specialization in a technical system
Experience with manufacturing process development, facility and line layouts, process failure mode effects analysis, and error proofing
Experience with MRP, ERP and CMMS systems
Experience leading technicians through troubleshooting and performing root cause analysis
Experience coordinating projects with contractors and third parties
Capability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, GD&T and P&IDs
Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills; capable of communicating summarized accomplishments in a fast-paced environment
Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
Experience using Microsoft Office Products, Smartsheet, Jira, SQL and PowerBI
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
Paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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CFO
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VP Materials Engineering
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