Starlink Production Associate

<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>STARLINK PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE</strong></p> <p>One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date, the Starlink satellite constellation is our solution to providing fast and reliable internet to the entire world. This facility in Bastrop, TX manufactures the high-volume consumer products that we ship directly to customers. Our customers currently include teachers in the most remote parts of the Amazon, researchers in Antarctica, digital nomads who travel via RV, emergency responders, commercial airlines, cruise lines, and residential users who live in more rural or developing areas.</p> <p>This Production Associate position supports the Starlink product factory and manufacturing operation, which continues to grow as demand for Starlink increases globally. This is a hands-on position that operates light equipment and performs basic assembly tasks in an organized and efficient manner. We are looking for motivated and well-rounded workers to help ensure the productivity and reliability of our manufacturing facility, ultimately ensuring that we can produce thousands of Starlink kits every day. </p> <p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support the development of prototype manufacturing and test capabilities</li> <li>Mechanical/electrical assembly of user terminal components, subassemblies, and final assembly according to instructions</li> <li>Operate light equipment such as drills, custom build tooling, crimpers, and presses</li> <li>Program, load, operate, and troubleshoot automated equipment</li> <li>Execute equipment maintenance and calibration schedules</li> <li>Maintain consumables inventory</li> <li>Assist engineers with development builds and other tasks</li> <li>Help develop and optimize production line stations and processes</li> <li>Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained workspace</li> <li>Ensure product quality and conformance to design requirements</li> <li>Put safety as number one priority</li> </ul> <p><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalency certificate</li> </ul> <p><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:</strong></p> <ul> <li>2+ years of mechanical or electrical assembly experience</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings and controlled documentation such as: layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists</li> <li>Able to proficiently use a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite</li> <li>Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company</li> <li>Experience with electrical wiring</li> <li>Electro-mechanical assembly and prototype development experience</li> <li>Experience setting up and running tests and experiments</li> </ul> <p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Able to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed. Shifts are subject to change, we have multiple shifts, including late afternoons/nights</li> <li>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</li> <li>Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted</li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>ITAR REQUIREMENTS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>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 ... (truncated, view full listing at source)