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SpaceX Avionics Assembly Technician in Hawthorne, California
Avionics Assembly Technician at SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
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.
AVIONICS ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support with mechanical/electrical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis
Build small electrical sub-assemblies
Build battery cell modules
Support with wire harnessing
Solder and desolder through hole and SMT components
Support conformal coat, masking, epoxy application, and coating
Run functional testing on units
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience using mechanical hand tools and/or automated machinery in a production environment
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Associate’s degree
Experience working in a medium to high volume manufacturing environment
Conformal coat support experience utilizing NVOC, urethane, acrylic, and silicone-based CC
Experience maintaining and programming of PVA conformal coat system
Current or past certification for NASA-STD-8739.3, IPC-610 or equivalent
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be open to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed
Nominal 1st shift hours: 3:00 AM - 2:00 PM & 2nd shift hours: 1:30 PM - 12 AM
Must be able to lift up to of 25 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
PCBA Technician/Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50/hour
PCBA Technician/Level 2: $24.00 - $29.00/hour
PCBA Technician/Level 3: $27.50 - $35.00/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 to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- 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, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.
