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Manufacturing Specialist (Starshield)
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What they do
A Production Worker performs a variety of duties in a factory. Operates machinery, manages distribution and provides quality control inspection.
$44,499 / year median in California
+6% projected growth
Job Description
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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST
(STARSHIELD) Starshield leverages SpaceX's Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on three areas: Earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. Designed to meet diverse mission requirements, Starshield satellites are capable of integrating a wide variety of payloads, offering unique versatility to users. With the proven ability to iterate rapidly, SpaceX's unique full-stack approach in developing end-to-end systems, from launch vehicles to user terminals, enables the deployment of capabilities at scale with unprecedented speed. Starshield's proliferated low-Earth orbit architecture provides inherent resiliency and constant connectivity to on-orbit assets, while SpaceX's proven rapid launch capability provides expedient and economical access to space. The Manufacturing Specialist role is responsible for supporting the bring up and future production of Starshield satellites. This includes designing tooling (assembly aides, part fixturing, electrical checkout rack, etc.) and processes (vehicle checkouts, harness/component integration, troubleshooting procedures etc.) to rapidly build early versions of Starshield vehicles. Manufacturing Specialists will be expected to contribute in daily production activities including dispositioning and troubleshooting issues, assembling first-article flight and GSE hardware, working with engineers to execute sub-system development testing, and aiding production technicians.RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform daily production activities- including sub-assembly builds, vehicle integration, resolving issue tickets and further actions, test checkouts, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's degree or higher in an electronics, mathematical, or engineering discipline OR high school diploma and 5+ years of professional experience in testing, developing, and/or manufacturing electro-mechanical systems or harnessing in lieu of a degreePREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in electronics, mathematical, or engineering discipline Experience and proficiency using Windows-based computers and Microsoft Office suite Experience with manufacturing enterprise systems Experience with automotive, aeronautic, and/or aerospace component integration Hands-on project experience with complex electro-mechanical systems Prior or currentIPC-A-620, NASA
8739-4, orJ-STD-001
certifications Experience with Unigraphics NX/Teamcenter and PLM systems Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and a fast-paced work environment Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skillsADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed Estimated start time: 5:00am Must be able to lift up to 25lbs., unassisted Must be able travel to other SpaceX launch/test sites as needed: Up to 5-10% work week travel Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings and climbing hand over hand are generally required to perform functions of this position This job is onsite, remote work not consideredCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range:
Level 1: $33.00- $39.00 Level 2: $37.00
- $44.00 Level 3: $41.00
- $50.