Machine Maintenance Technician (Starlink PCB) - Level 4/5 (Night Shift)

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.

MACHINE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (STARLINK PCB) - LEVEL 4/5 (NIGHT SHIFT)

SpaceX is developing a low latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink will provide fast, reliable internet to populations with little or no connectivity, including those in rural communities and places where existing services are too expensive or unreliable. We are looking for talented, creative, and driven technicians to drive manufacturing output and yield. You will have ownership of one or more process areas and will have the opportunity to directly impact Starlink’s products. You will have frequent interaction with engineering teams and leadership and will participate in developing and validating new equipment, processes, and technologies. The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, security, and user experience of the products that you will manufacture.

As a Machine Maintenance Technician within the Starlink printed circuit board (PCB) plant, you will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the production equipment for the largest PCB production line in North America. This is a versatile and highly skilled, hands-on manufacturing job. The position will require collaboration and critical thinking to troubleshoot unique equipment issues and develop quick resolutions in a demanding environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in an electrochemical manufacturing environment and is motivated by Starlink’s mission to provide high speed, low latency connectivity across the globe.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform planned maintenance and unplanned repairs of production line equipment that includes copper electroplating, chemical etching, ultrapure process water treatment, solder mask printing, automated laser and mechanical drilling, PCB layup and lamination, and/or plasma etching systems
• Read and utilize schematics (mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic) to troubleshoot systems down to the component level
• Read and safely execute lockout tagout procedures
• Utilize diagnostic equipment to monitor equipment performance, diagnose root cause, and make reliability improvement recommendations
• Use schematics, hand tools, electrical gauges, and common test equipment for calibration, diagnosis and repair, or maintenance of equipment
• Communicate with suppliers, specify requirements, get quotations, and submit purchase requisitions to purchase necessary items
• Provide feedback and work with maintenance and engineering and vendor teams to drive root cause of equipment downtime
• Conduct training for production personnel
• Operate material handling equipment including, but not limited to, scissor lifts and forklifts
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 6+ years of maintenance technician experience in a manufacturing and production environment
• 6+ years of maintenance or troubleshooting experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience maintaining PCB manufacturing equipment from vendors such as Temgtai, Benmayor, Schmoll, Shoda, Sigma Mecer, Wise, Advanced Engineering, Boffotto, Dynachem, Indubond, Machvision, or others
• 10+ years of experience as a maintenance technician or field service engineer
• Methodical approach to troubleshooting with high level of attention to detail
• Excellent manual dexterity in order to repair and perform preventative maintenance on precision manufacturing equipment
• Proficiently use a computer and MS Outlook and Word
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Ability to write detailed repair reports when necessary (skilled with use of Microsoft Office Suite)
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies, quality policies, and industry standards
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
• Familiar with Lean or Six Sigma tools like Five Whys methodology
• Current or past certification for IPC-A-600, IPC-6012 or equivalent

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