SpaceX · 1 day ago
Hardware Development Engineer, PCBA Manufacturing (Starlink)
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is a company focused on enabling human life on Mars through advanced technologies. They are seeking a Hardware Development Engineer to manage PCBA processes and products for in-house production, driving volume production and process improvements.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own and manage PCBA processes and PCBA products for in-house production
Drive processes for volume production of PCBA including manufacturing execution, nonconforming product management, configuration management, traceability tracking, and process control
Manage new product introduction of PCBA assemblies, working closely with design engineers, and process specialists
Manage work instructions, process documentation, and training
Track schedule, work-in-progress levels, and defect rates of owned products
Identify trends and opportunities for optimizing product output, quality enhancements, and cost of manufacturability
Drive corrective actions and process improvements on owned processes and products
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, software, industrial, electrical, or other engineering discipline
1+ years of professional experience in at least one of the following areas: manufacturing process, SMT, accelerated testing, design for reliability, or PCB design and layout
Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Willing to work weekend and extended hours as needed
Preferred
High volume production experience (consumer goods, automotive, etc.)
Hands-on experience working in SMT processing and/or related PCBA processes from industry, research, or academic projects
Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods such as experiment design
Knowledge of IPC manufacturing standards
Experience with SQL, Python
Experience with Six Sigma
Experience with basic failure analysis tools and methods (X-ray, cross-section, polishing)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and use data to drive systemic improvements
Ability to work both autonomously and as a team in a highly demanding, fast-paced environment
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
5 days of sick leave per year
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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Leadership Team
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Charles Kuehmann
VP Materials Engineering
Recent News
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