Engineering Specialist - 2nd Shift
SpaceXRedmond, WAPosted 7 April 2026
Job Description
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.
ENGINEERING SPECIALIST - 2ND SHIFT
Become a part of this fast moving and world class avionics production team, work with super smart and motivated engineers, and achieve truly audacious goals. As an Engineering Specialist, you will manage and maintain the equipment and train new technicians to operate it to enable us to build at Starlink rate and quality.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Execute new product introduction builds across all work centers
Assist with initial PCBA line setup, facility requests, and programming of equipment
Program, load, and operates automated equipment
Design custom fixtures for PCBA to ensure efficient process flow
Train technicians to run/troubleshoot complex machines
Triage non-conforming product and drives resolution and preventative actions
Resolve production issues while ensuring design integrity, product quality, and delivery timelines
Perform process development and validation on new models in extremely aggressive timelines
Ensure the successful transition of a product’s development
Identify continuous improvement opportunities for yield, performance, and cost
Define maintenance schedules and support activities
Optimize and configure processes and equipment for building surface mount electronics assemblies
Perform design of experiments (DOE) to optimize SMT process yield
Specify equipment requirements for new PCBA build processes
Develop design for manufacturability (DFM) guidelines for PCBA designs
Provide solutions to streamline space-grade circuit board assembly and test processes which may include flying probe, AOI, and functional testing, reflow soldering, selective soldering, and conformal coating
Resolve production issues on the spot while ensuring design integrity allowing us to stay on schedule
Facilitate a close relationship with the engineering team during design, build, and test to provide design feedback
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate and 2+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment; OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline
2+ years of experience working in SMT or PCBA process engineering
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Strong work ethic and drive to succeed
Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience producing J-STD-001 Class 2, IPC-A-610 Class 2 or equivalent hardware
Hands on experience with optimizing SMT pick and place, reflow oven, conformal coating, or through hole soldering systems
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to work all required shift hours, overtime, and weekends as needed. Estimated shift times; 2nd Shift: 3:30PM - 1:30AM
Must be able to lift 25 pounds unassisted
Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
COMPENSATION BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Specialist /Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00/hour
Specialist /Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00/hour
Specialist /Level 3: $42.00 - $51.00/hour
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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