Manufacturing Engineer, Components Test
SpaceX · Redmond, WA
About this role
<div class="content-intro"><p>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.</p></div><p><strong>MANUFACTURING ENGINEER, COMPONENTS TEST</strong></p> <div>At SpaceX, we are leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation, providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide
We are looking for a talented manufacturing engineer to support the production of Starlink satellites, who will be responsible for leading the efficient and reliable acceptance testing of satellite electronics, development of advanced electrical test systems, and evolution of production and testing processes. </div> <div> </div> <div><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES: </strong></div> <div> <ul> <li>Build deep expertise in the manufacturing and acceptance test processes for satellite electrical components.</li> <li>Spearhead New Product Introduction (NPI) of PCBA assemblies into production, overseeing equipment qualification, tooling mechanical design, line layout, facility development, process validation on aggressive timelines, and delivering DFM feedback. </li> <li>Evaluate non-conforming hardware, lead root cause investigations, and implement corrective and preventive actions to enhance reliability and reduce defects. </li> <li>Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to conceptualize, design, validate, and document integrated test systems, fixtures, racks, and supporting hardware.</li> <li>Identify and drive improvements to design, processes, configuration management, safety, and factory layout to optimize yield, performance, cost, and manufacturability. </li> </ul> </div>
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