Maintenance Engineer (Starlink) 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 ENGINEER (STARLINK)
The Starlink Maintenance team is responsible for performing planned and unplanned maintenance of a wide variety of equipment and machinery at our high-volume production facility.
The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for providing engineering support on planned and unplanned repairs, critical equipment part sourcing, system component modifications, and upgrades to existing assets for the Starlink program. In this role they will coordinate with technicians and production engineering to complete necessary maintenance work as quickly and creatively as possible within the asset design specifications. The maintenance team emphasizes a collaborative environment and works closely together to overcome roadblocks and get the job done.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead technical part sourcing effort for highest priority critical equipment repairs, necessary asset upgrades, and obsolete component findings for critical production assets
Create, revise, and update maintenance tickets to repair and modify assets and components to conform to design configuration and specifications
Assist technicians and engineers in hands-on diagnostic effort during part failures, identify required part specifications based on vendor technical data, and assess and execute alternative component sourcing to minimize asset downtime
Communicate with internal and external vendors to ensure accountable and on time deliverables for part information, technical data, and fulfillment
Create, modify, and update preventative maintenance instructions, schedules, and equipment BOMs. May perform PMs to support the team based on the team's capacity
Interpret technical documents in regards to aerospace manufacturing, assemblies, database systems, and processes to create accurate planning
Provide project management support to ensure timely execution of corrective, preventive, and project maintenance
Identify and request parts/hardware directly from blue prints as applicable. Work with purchasing to release purchase orders for outside services and fully outsourced work
Interface with engineering, quality, manufacturing and procurement in resolving any hold factors inhibiting production of flight parts
Perform root cause analysis to drive improvement to equipment and processes
Use experience and feedback from maintenance technicians to drive improvements to work instructions and operation effectiveness
Develop work instructions for recurring repairs and processes, working with technicians and equipment operators
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of professional or internship/project hands on experience in a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
2+ years of maintenance or parts planning
2+ years of supporting troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment
Diverse experience with a wide variety of mechanical, fluids, and electrical components.
Experience with injection molding machines
Experience with CNC machining operations, controls, and repair
Experience troubleshooting industrial machinery and electronics
Experience with MRP/ERP systems
Experience with SQL and/or analytical software such as Tableau
Hands-on experience with equipment controls systems, machinery, and industrial automation
Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Excellent skill level using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook), Smartsheet, Jira and other organizational software
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 30 lbs. unassisted
Ability to work in outdoor environments as needed
Must be available to work extended hours and some weekends
Willing to travel for short trips as needed, up to 10% travel
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.
