PCB Technician (Starlink)

About the Role

SpaceX is seeking a PCB Technician for the Starlink factory. This is a hands-on manufacturing role focused on various processes within printed circuit board manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute startup and shutdown procedures for production equipment.
• Monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems for PCB manufacturing, including metal plating lines, copper etching lines, soldermask printers, water treatment systems, plasma etching systems, laser or mechanical drilling machines, and lamination ovens.
• Perform interventions to maintain process parameters, including chemical analysis, additions, recipe changes, and machine adjustments.
• Perform first-level troubleshooting, provide feedback, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams.
• Track schedules and perform preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and instruments.
• Perform dispositions and rework for nonconforming PCBs.
• Provide feedback on failure modes and support engineering to improve yield.
• Train production personnel.
• Ensure lab equipment is maintained and calibrated.
• Maintain inventory of consumables.
• Safely handle chemicals and chemical handling equipment (including transport and loading).
• Clean chemical processing equipment, machine parts, and tools.
• Collect, segregate, and transport waste to the hazardous waste storage area.
• Recommend improvements to manufacturing processes and collaborate with engineers to develop and refine processes, focusing on reducing cost and downtime and increasing yield.
• Read, interpret, and follow technical documents, such as manufacturing work instructions.
• Ensure 5S standards are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 6+ months of experience in a hands-on technical field (e.g., automotive, electronics, high-volume manufacturing) OR an associate’s degree in a STEM field.
• Proficiency with a computer and Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience working in a wet lab.
• Experience handling flammable, toxic, corrosive, or other hazardous chemicals.
• Experience using production and inventory management software (e.g., MES/ERP).
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify and maintain priorities for tasks and projects while staying organized.
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities and work independently in a high-paced environment with minimal oversight.
• Must be open to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends.
• Specific shift availability required: A-Shift, B-Shift, C-Shift, D-Shift (details provided in original posting).
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
• Comfortable working in a production environment with extensive use of hazardous chemicals (acids, alkalis, solvents).
• Physical requirements include standing for long periods, climbing ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for lab and electro-chemical manufacturing.
• Comfortable with climbing ladders, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, crawling, and maneuvering in tight spaces.
• Ability to travel for business up to 10%.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with printed circuit boards (PCBs), engineering laminates, electrochemical processes, and/or microelectronics fabrication (including school projects, clubs, or internships).
• Current or past certification for IPC-A-600, IPC-6012 or equivalent.