Hardware Development Engineer - Gateway Failure Analysis (Starlink)

Join SpaceX as a Hardware Reliability Engineer specializing in PCB design for the revolutionary Starlink project. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our cutting-edge hardware systems.Your expertise will contribute to the development of innovative solutions that enable high-speed internet access globally. You…

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the stars. Our mission is to develop the technologies that make this possible, ultimately enabling human life on Mars.HARDWARE RELIABILITY SPECIALIST, PRODUCTION (STARLINK) - 2ND SHIFTLeveraging our extensive experience in building rockets and spacecraft, SpaceX is deploying Starlink, the largest satellite constellation and the most advanced broadband internet system in the world. We deliver reliable and high-speed internet to millions, including underserved populations, rural areas, and locations impacted by natural disasters. Our system includes thousands of satellites and consumer antennas that enable users to connect within minutes of unboxing. We are on the lookout for top-notch professionals dedicated to maximizing Starlink’s potential for communities and businesses globally.The success of Starlink hinges on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products you deliver. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving challenging problems with significant impact, and relish the opportunity to build something from the ground up, this role is the perfect next step in your career. We seek talented reliability specialists to take ownership of production quality and reliability for cutting-edge manufacturing processes across Starlink user terminal production, a high-volume product that will be present in households worldwide. Your contributions will support millions of next-generation devices, ensuring high-speed connectivity for homes, schools, businesses, vehicles, planes, and boats.

SpaceX seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in hardware reliability to join the Starlink team in Bastrop, TX. This role supports efforts to deliver global internet coverage through dependable hardware systems. Key responsibilities Work to ensure hardware systems meet strict reliability and performance standards Participate in the design, testing, and validation of advanced hardware Help build and maintain reliable systems that support Starlink’s mission Location This position is based in Bastrop, Texas.

Role Overview SpaceX is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer focused on Hardware Reliability for the Starlink project in Bastrop, TX. This role centers on ensuring the reliability and performance of advanced hardware systems that support satellite technology. What You Will Do Work closely with engineers to design, evaluate, and test electrical components for Starlink hardware Assess hardware systems to confirm they meet strict requirements for space applications Contribute expertise to maintain and improve reliability across complex electrical assemblies Location Bastrop, TX

Join SpaceX as an Electrical Test Engineer specializing in PCB technology for our groundbreaking Starlink project. In this role, you will be responsible for testing and validating electrical components, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, contributing directly to the success of our mission to provide global internet coverage.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity is exploring the stars. We are committed to developing the technologies that will make this vision a reality, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.Join us as a Hardware Engineer for Gateways & Customer Hardware (Starlink)Starlink is dedicated to providing high-speed, reliable internet to underserved populations. We design, build, launch, and operate the world's largest satellite constellation, creating a global internet network free from traditional ground infrastructure limitations. Our consumer hardware, including user terminals and advanced gateways, enables users to connect to our satellites within minutes of unboxing. SpaceX’s success is driven by our commitment to keeping all engineering and production in-house, allowing for rapid feedback, agile decision-making, and quick delivery of products. With millions of daily users, Starlink is transforming connectivity for those previously unconnected.As an Electrical Design Engineer on the Starlink team, you will take full ownership of developing millions of customer-facing products and devices, such as Starlink dishes and Wi-Fi routers. Your work will impact a diverse range of users, from teachers in isolated regions of the Amazon to researchers in Antarctica and digital nomads traveling in RVs. You will design, implement, and verify the electrical systems for these products, and may also be tasked with developing next-generation gateways that ensure our ground station antenna hardware can endure extreme environmental conditions while maintaining reliable communication with millions globally. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including silicon, software, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering to guide hardware from concept to full-scale production.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the stars is not only possible but essential. We are actively developing cutting-edge technologies to enable human life on Mars.Position: Equipment Maintenance Reliability Engineer (Starlink)Join SpaceX as we leverage our unparalleled experience in aerospace technology to deploy Starlink, the most advanced broadband internet system globally. With the largest satellite constellation, Starlink is delivering fast and reliable internet to over 9 million users worldwide. Our team designs, builds, tests, and operates every component of the system, from thousands of satellites to user-friendly consumer receivers and integrated software solutions. We are seeking top-tier engineers to help unlock Starlink's full potential for communities and businesses around the world.The Equipment Reliability Engineer will play a crucial role in identifying and managing asset reliability risks that could disrupt factory or business operations. As production scales, this role's primary objective is to maximize asset and system uptime by executing strategies to minimize production losses, unpredictable asset behavior, and high maintenance costs. Additionally, this engineer will serve as the primary engineering resource during the design, construction, and installation of new and modified assets, while providing technical support to maintenance teams and production personnel to mitigate operational issues with critical equipment.

SpaceX is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a focus on PCB design to support the Starlink project in Bastrop, TX. This position centers on electronic design and development for the next generation of global internet technology. Role overview This role involves designing and developing printed circuit boards for Starlink hardware. The work directly impacts the mission to expand internet access worldwide and advances SpaceX's broader goal of enabling multi-planetary life. What you will do Develop and refine PCB layouts and schematics for Starlink systems Apply expertise in electronic design to support hardware development Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver reliable, high-performance products Requirements Experience in PCB design and electronic development Background in electrical engineering or a related discipline Interest in contributing to large-scale technology projects

Join SpaceX as a Hardware Reliability Technician specializing in Microelectronics Testing for the groundbreaking Starlink project. In this role, you will be pivotal in ensuring the robust performance and reliability of our cutting-edge hardware components. Your expertise will contribute to the advancement of global internet connectivity.

Founded on the principle that a future where humanity explores the stars is far more exhilarating than one where we remain Earthbound, SpaceX is at the forefront of developing the technologies to make this vision a reality. Our ultimate mission is to enable human life on Mars.ELECTRICAL TEST AND RELIABILITY ENGINEER, GATEWAYS (STARLINK)At SpaceX, we are utilizing our extensive experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the most advanced broadband internet system globally. Starlink represents the largest satellite constellation, delivering fast and reliable internet to millions worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all components of the system, including thousands of satellites, user-friendly consumer receivers, hundreds of ground stations, and the software that integrates it all. Our journey into the vast potential of Starlink has only just begun. As we enhance and expand the constellation, we seek top-tier engineers to join our team.As an Electrical Test and Reliability Engineer for Starlink, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and testing electronics for the world's largest network of ground stations. These stations act as critical links between satellites and end-users, ensuring seamless data transfer and transmission. You will collaborate across disciplines—electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna engineering—to guarantee that our ground antenna hardware can endure harsh environmental conditions while maintaining reliable communication with millions of users globally. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge R&D technology and tackle some of the most intricate applications of electrical and mechanical engineering in the industry.

At SpaceX, we believe in a future where humanity explores the stars, a vision that drives our relentless pursuit of innovation. As we develop cutting-edge technologies with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars, we are seeking passionate individuals to join our mission.WASTEWATER TECHNICIAN FOR STARLINK PCBJoin us in revolutionizing global internet access with Starlink, our low-latency broadband system powered by a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. This initiative aims to provide fast, reliable internet to underserved communities worldwide. We are on the lookout for skilled and motivated technicians to enhance our manufacturing capabilities and product yield. As part of our team, you will have significant ownership over critical process areas and the opportunity to influence the performance of Starlink products directly. Collaborating frequently with engineering teams and leadership, you will play a vital role in developing and validating innovative equipment, processes, and technologies. The success of Starlink hinges on the quality, reliability, and user experience of the products you will help manufacture.As a Wastewater Technician, you will take charge of state-of-the-art production processes and ensure equipment performance and reliability by monitoring process parameters and maintaining components. Your keen attention to leading indicators of instability or malfunction will allow you to proactively address issues before they escalate. This position is pivotal in the development, implementation, and operationalization of the technologies and processes necessary for our high-volume production facility, projected to become the largest PCB manufacturing site in North America by the end of 2025.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is infinitely more thrilling than one where we remain earthbound. Our mission is to develop the groundbreaking technologies needed to make this vision a reality, ultimately aiming to enable human life on Mars.PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (STARLINK PCB)SpaceX is capitalizing on our expertise in rocket and spacecraft manufacturing to deploy Starlink—the world’s largest satellite constellation and the most advanced broadband internet system. We deliver high-speed, reliable internet to millions globally, including underserved communities, aircraft, maritime vessels, and areas affected by natural disasters. Our approach encompasses the design, assembly, testing, and operation of thousands of satellites and consumer antennae, allowing users to connect seamlessly upon unboxing. We are on the lookout for top-tier professionals to enhance Starlink’s impact on communities and businesses around the globe.In the role of Production Supervisor for the Starlink production team, you will lead the production of millions of electronic devices intended for consumers worldwide. You will oversee large teams of technicians and assemblers, collaborating closely with manufacturing and design engineers to facilitate the transition from prototype to mass production.

At SpaceX, we believe in the exhilarating potential of humanity exploring the cosmos. Currently, we are dedicated to developing groundbreaking technologies that will enable human life on Mars.MANAGER, PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD PRODUCTION (STARLINK)SpaceX is at the forefront of creating a revolutionary low-latency broadband internet system aimed at connecting people globally. With a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink delivers fast and reliable internet access to underserved populations, including rural areas where traditional services are either too costly or unreliable. In support of our mission to 'Connect the Unconnected,' we are expanding operations at our PCB manufacturing facility in Bastrop, Texas, which stands as the largest of its kind in North America.We seek an experienced leader who is not only passionate about efficient operations but also adept at managing a diverse range of responsibilities to cultivate a world-class operations team. You will oversee the assembly and maintenance of our production equipment, establish operational standards for your team, and guide the program through its ramp-up phase into a structured production entity. This role demands the ability to swiftly adapt and become a subject matter expert across multiple intricate production operations, thriving in a dynamic startup environment while proactively ensuring mission success.

SpaceX is building one of the largest solar cell manufacturing facilities to support the next generation of space infrastructure for large-scale AI data centers in orbit. The Senior Equipment Reliability Engineer, Solar Cells (Starlink), will play a central role in ensuring the reliability and uptime of advanced production equipment such as vacuum deposition, chemical processing, metallization, and automation systems. Role overview This position focuses on identifying and reducing asset reliability risks that could disrupt factory or business operations. The engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing maintenance strategies to support SpaceX's goals for AI-enabled data centers in space. As production ramps up, maintaining over 95% uptime on critical lines will be a key objective. What you will do Develop and execute strategies to minimize production losses and unpredictable asset behavior Reduce maintenance costs while achieving high operational uptime Act as the primary engineering resource during the design, construction, and installation of new or modified equipment Provide technical support to production and cross-functional teams to prevent and resolve operational issues on solar cell manufacturing equipment Requirements Experience with reliability engineering for complex production equipment, including vacuum deposition, chemical processing, metallization, and automation systems Ability to develop maintenance strategies that support high-volume manufacturing and operational goals Strong problem-solving skills and experience supporting large-scale manufacturing operations This role is based in Bastrop, TX.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is far more exhilarating than one where we remain confined to Earth. Our mission is to develop the technologies necessary to make this vision a reality, with the ultimate aim of enabling human life on Mars.SENIOR ELECTRICAL TEST AND RELIABILITY ENGINEER, GATEWAYS (STARLINK)We are harnessing our extensive experience in rocket and spacecraft manufacturing to roll out Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. As the largest satellite constellation globally, Starlink delivers fast and reliable internet to millions of users across the globe. Our team is responsible for the complete lifecycle of the system: from designing and building to testing and operating thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that connect in minutes, and hundreds of gateway ground stations, all supported by sophisticated software. The potential global impact of Starlink is just beginning to unfold, and we are seeking top-tier engineers to join our innovative team.As a Senior Electrical Test and Reliability Engineer, you will be pivotal in designing, constructing, and testing electronics for our expansive network of ground stations. These stations serve as critical intermediaries between satellites and end-users, ensuring seamless data transfer and communication. You will work at the intersection of electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna engineering, guaranteeing that our ground antenna hardware endures the most extreme environmental conditions while ensuring reliable communication for millions of users worldwide. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge R&D technologies and some of the most intricate applications of electrical and mechanical engineering in the field.

At SpaceX, we envision a future where humanity explores the stars, and we are dedicated to making that vision a reality. Our mission is to develop advanced technologies that will enable human life on Mars.SENIOR HARDWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER, GATEWAY FAILURE ANALYSIS (STARLINK)As a pioneer in aerospace technology, SpaceX is deploying Starlink, the most sophisticated broadband internet system globally. Starlink comprises the largest satellite constellation designed to deliver fast, reliable internet access to millions across the globe. Our responsibilities encompass the design, construction, testing, and operation of all system components, including thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that facilitate immediate connectivity, numerous gateway ground stations, and the software that integrates the entire system. The potential for Starlink’s global influence has only just begun to unfold, and as we expand and enhance the constellation, we seek exceptional engineers to join our innovative team.In your role as a Senior Hardware Development Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing, building, and testing electronics for the largest network of ground stations that act as intermediaries between satellites and end-users, ensuring seamless data transfer and communication. You will integrate electrical, mechanical, thermal analysis, software, and antenna engineering, guaranteeing that our ground antenna hardware endures extreme environmental conditions while maintaining consistent communication with millions of users worldwide. This position offers the chance to engage with cutting-edge R&D technology and tackle some of the most intricate challenges in electrical and mechanical engineering in the industry.

Role overview SpaceX is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager to lead the Customer Hardware team for Starlink in Bastrop, TX. This position focuses on guiding the creation of hardware products that enhance customer experiences and maintain high quality standards. What you will do Set strategy and oversee execution for new customer hardware in the Starlink program Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-performance products Make sure hardware solutions address customer needs and align with SpaceX’s technology objectives Impact This manager helps define the future of Starlink’s customer hardware. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, product, and other teams to deliver meaningful products that support SpaceX’s broader mission.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is far more thrilling than one where we remain confined to Earth. Our mission is to develop advanced technologies to enable human life on Mars.WASTEWATER TREATMENT SUPERVISOR (STARLINK PCB)SpaceX is at the forefront of creating a low-latency, broadband internet system designed to serve consumers worldwide. Through a network of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink aims to deliver fast, reliable internet to underserved populations, including rural communities with limited or costly connectivity options. We seek innovative and driven supervisors to lead manufacturing tools and processes from concept to full-scale production. You will facilitate collaboration between engineering, development, and production teams while frequently engaging with departmental leadership. The success of Starlink relies significantly on the quality, reliability, cost efficiency, manufacturability, throughput, security, and user experience of the products you help deliver.As a Supervisor for Wastewater Treatment, you will oversee a dedicated team of technicians, collaborating closely with specialists and engineers to operationalize and ramp up a cutting-edge 24/7 wastewater treatment facility aimed at recycling process water from various Starlink production lines. Your leadership will be essential in driving daily progress through effective labor resource management, prioritization of tasks, and goal-setting. It is crucial for the supervisor to be an inspiring leader, actively engaging with their team on the shop floor.

At SpaceX, we believe that a future where humanity explores the cosmos is far more thrilling than one where we remain confined to Earth. Currently, we are pioneering the technologies that will enable this vision, with the ultimate aim of establishing human life on Mars.NIGHT SHIFT SUPERVISOR, PCB MACHINE MAINTENANCE (STARLINK)We are harnessing our extensive experience in rocket and spacecraft manufacturing to launch Starlink, the most sophisticated broadband internet system on the globe. Starlink boasts the largest satellite constellation and provides fast, dependable internet to over 9 million users worldwide. Our team is responsible for designing, constructing, testing, and operating every aspect of the system, including thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that facilitate quick connections, and the software that integrates these components. We are just beginning to explore the profound global impact of Starlink, and we are seeking top-tier engineers to maximize its benefits for communities and businesses everywhere.SpaceX is in search of a skilled machine maintenance supervisor to lead the maintenance operations supporting the Starlink initiative. This role involves assembling a talented team and developing processes essential for establishing a high-performing maintenance department. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities and substantial experience in managing schedules and workflows in a dynamic environment.