Electromechanical Technician (Starshield) - 2nd Shift

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.

As an Electromechanical Technician on the Starshield team, you will build high-reliability electromechanical assemblies that go on orbit. You will work from drawings and controlled processes, verify flight hardware, and run HASS, HALT, and thermal tests as Starshield satellites move from first article to rate production. This is a hands-on 2nd shift role in Hawthorne for someone who wants direct ownership of workmanship on mission hardware.

• →Fabricate and assemble high-quality, high-reliability electromechanical assemblies
• →Self-monitor work progress against area benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work
• →Read, interpret, and work from drawings as well as from controlled documentation and processes such as:
  • →Mechanical drawings, standard dimensioning and tolerancing, and GD&T
  • →Assembly procedures and work instructions
• →Record work performed in the shop-floor management system (ERP) and use email (Microsoft Outlook)
• →Perform verification of flight hardware and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
• →Assist with the development of production processes for first-time production runs
• →Assist with area efficiency improvement projects
• →Run tests in HASS/HALT and thermal chambers
• →Self-identify quality issues from workmanship, vendor-supplied defects, and design issues

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience using mechanical hand tools

• Associate degree
• 2+ years of professional experience with wire harnesses and/or electronics equipment
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment working with flight hardware
• Experience in a high-production environment with hands-on experience fabricating harnesses, electromechanical assemblies, or prototype development
• Ability to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent concentration and attention to detail, with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed. Estimated start time: 2nd shift (3 p.m.–2 a.m.)
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to distinguish colors
• This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite. Remote work is not considered.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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