Entry-Level Production Technician - Printed Circuit Board Assembly

ENTRY-LEVEL PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN, PCBA 

At SpaceX, we’re using our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation and provides fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We are looking for hands-on technicians to help build the circuit boards that make that possible. Training is provided. You do not need prior SpaceX or aerospace experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Build printed circuit boards (PCBA) using production equipment. Work can include placing parts, solder paste printing, reflow, coating, masking, epoxy, and visual, optical, or X-ray inspection. You will be trained on the machines you run.
• Set up, run, and tear down thermal and functional tests on electronic hardware. Learn to spot basic failures and escalate anything you cannot resolve.
• Help keep equipment in good condition by following the preventive maintenance schedule.
• Follow the daily build plan and complete assigned work on time.
• Write down what failed, clearly enough that the team can use it to improve quality.
• Kit parts and take basic measurements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ year of hands-on work experience, or completion of a vocational or technical training program.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years in a high-paced manufacturing environment.
• Able to follow assembly instructions, drawings, schematics, and parts lists.
• Comfortable using a PC, Windows, and Microsoft Office. Experience with a manufacturing or inventory system is a plus.
• Soldering experience. IPC or J-STD certification is a plus, not required.
• Experience setting up or running tests.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 1: $22.00 - $26.50
Level 2: $25.50 - $31.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees in Washington State accrue 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.