Maintenance 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.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (STARLINK) - 1st SHIFT
SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for skilled and well-rounded maintenance technicians to help ensure high productivity and reliability of our high volume Starlink User Terminal manufacturing facility.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform planned maintenance and unplanned repairs of production line assets that includes SMT line equipment, epoxy dispensing printers, conveyor systems, thermal chambers, test reliability chambers, and vacuum systems
Read and utilize schematics (mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic) to troubleshoot systems down to the component level
Utilize diagnostic equipment to monitor equipment performance, diagnose root cause, and make reliability improvement recommendations
Use schematics, hand tools, electrical gauges and common test equipment for calibration, diagnosis and repair or maintenance of equipment
Communicate with suppliers, specify requirements, get quotations, and submit purchase requisitions to purchase necessary items
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing and production environment
3+ years of experience with repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Maintenance experience with ASM-SMT, Flexlink, Heller, Pemtron, Koh Young, Thermotron, Envirotronic, ESpec, Mycronic, Nordson, and Beckhoff equipment
5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer
Methodical approach to troubleshooting with high level of attention to detail
Excellent manual dexterity in order to repair and perform preventative maintenance on SMT related equipment in a cleanroom environment
IPC-J-STD-001 certification and/or IPC-A-610 certification
Ability to adjust equipment, feeder, and change over setups for each process
Ability to use power tools and hand tools as well as heavy equipment
Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
Ability to write detailed repair reports when necessary (skilled with use of Microsoft Office Suite)
Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
Familiar with Lean or Six Sigma tools like Five Whys methodology
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed
Position requires physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 30 lbs. unassisted
BENEFITS:
Opportunities to receive SpaceX stock
Subsidized health, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependents
Onsite medical and dental clinic
Ability to accrue up to 3 weeks of paid vacation and 1 week of paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Subsidized breakfast, lunch and dinner with free soda and frozen ice cream/yogurt
Onsite baristas and cold brew on tap - free!
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.
