E3 Test Technician at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA, United States
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.
ELECTROMAGNETIC ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS TEST TECHNICIAN (EMI/EMC)
As a member of our fast-paced Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) team, you will be responsible for ensuring avionics hardware performance across our fleet of vehicles (Dragon, Falcon, Starship, Human Landing System, etc.) through some of the harshest and varied electromagnetic environments imaginable. The E3 team at SpaceX performs exhaustive analysis, design, and test at the board, unit, subsystem, and system levels with extensive opportunity to interact with a vast array of rocket, spacecraft, and ground support equipment hardware and electronics. As one of the few teams required to interface with the design, manufacturing, integration, and mission operations teams, we play a critical role in the development of our systems as we advance our efforts towards broadband satellite internet and safe, reliable, inexpensive, and innovative access to space with the fundamental goal of expanding human space exploration capabilities and establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon and Mars.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform EMC/EMI emission and immunity testing of electrical systems and its components for consumer and commercial applications
Read, interpret, and work from free-form drawings as well as from controlled documentation and processes
Design and fabricate electro-mechanical assemblies, harnesses and test fixtures from conceptual drawings
Operate a spectrum analyzer, VNA, power meter, high-power amplifier, and oscilloscope
Perform antenna and shielding effectiveness measurements
Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise and complete manner
Troubleshoot complex problems independently with minimal direction
Support engineers and test management with standardized testing and R&D projects
Maintain test equipment and test facilities and oversee the equipment calibration process
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate degree in an electronics discipline or a technical electronics certification with 2+ years of direct work experience
2+ years of experience performing testing of consumer electronics or similar hardware
2+ years of experience fabricating test fixtures, harnesses and electro-mechanical assemblies
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience in a fast-paced test environment with flight hardware
Familiarity with FCC Part 15, Part 25, EN55032, EN 55024/35, EN 61000, MIL-STD-1541, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, DO-160G specifications
Able to support R&D efforts in addition to standardized testing
Familiarity with semi-anechoic chamber specifications, design and maintenance
Experience with lab accreditation for self-certification purposes (i.e. ISO/IEC 17025, A2LA, or NVLAP)
Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast paced work environment
Able to program simple scripts in python for test logging and control
Able to efficiently draft fixtures, tools, structures, and electrical schematics using a CAD system
Able to troubleshoot unit and test rack issues with little to no supervision
Able to author and redline clear and concise test procedures, build procedures, and process instructions
Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Ability to read and interpret schematics (engineering drawings, circuit layouts, and parts lists), cable harnesses (wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and parts lists), and mechanical assemblies (mechanical drawings and parts lists)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones
Able to travel for short trips as needed
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
