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SpaceX · 6 hours ago

Process Technician, Injection Molding (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. This position will primarily support manufacturing and development of SpaceX’s Starlink product components alongside a strong group of manufacturing and process engineers.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Install, commission, and validate intelligent equipment to support injection molding applications

Participate in process development of the injection molding process through parameter optimization, design of experiments, and trials that will lead to a robust process

Oversee operator instructions, critical parameters, checklists, and training materials for all molding operations

Update special equipment service manuals including BOMs, drawings, and wiring schematics

Recommended needed processes, technical expertise, and tooling for optimization of production runs

Work closely with product design engineering teams to define requirements

Diagnose equipment failures, collect data to identify root causes, and develop sustainable solutions

Qualification

Injection moldingTroubleshootingRobotics knowledgeElectrical wiringMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft WordGeometrical tolerances

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

1+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment (high pressure die casting, CNC machining, stamping, injection molding, etc.) or other skilled trade supporting manufacturing

Ability to work from 5:00 PM - 5:30 AM

Ability to lift up to 25 Ibs. unassisted

Standing/walking for long periods of time

Ability to work overtime and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines

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

Preferred

3+ years plastic injection molding experience in a production environment

Strong skills in troubleshooting with scientific, Paulson, or RJG processes

Comprehensive knowledge and thorough understanding of robotics and auxiliary equipment used with plastics injection molding machines

Experience of multi-shot molding, automated color blending, and central material drying system

3+ years experience with highly automated injection molding cells

3+ years molding experience with Engel brand machines

Experience in independently troubleshooting advanced electrical circuits, electronic systems, motors & starters, electrically operated equipment, and making successful repairs and modifications

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Office, and Word

Able to interpret geometrical tolerances on part drawings

Electrical wiring experience and some knowledge of how PLCs, sensors, and other electrical components are wired and work