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Avionics Test Technician, Starbase Vibe Test Lab
SpaceX is building the technologies to enable human life on Mars. The Starbase test lab operates a world-class mechanical and materials test facility supporting high-volume rocket production, rapid launch and landing cycles, and materials innovation.
In this role, you will operate the vibe test lab supporting flight hardware validation for Starship. You'll work directly with design engineers, troubleshoot hardware failures, and help iterate the production and launch facility into a powerhouse of efficiency and innovation.
What you will do
- Perform acceptance (ATP) and qualification (QTP) testing of flight hardware and document results clearly and completely
- Program and operate environmental test chambers and vibration shakers
- Use electronic test equipment, test racks and data acquisition systems to run performance tests on parts
- Set up parts on test fixtures using mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches
- Record work on the shop floor management system (ERP)
- Self-monitor progress against area benchmarks and deliver work on time
- Assist design engineers with developing and documenting test procedures
- Troubleshoot failures of parts and test equipment with design engineers
- Support production process development for first-time production runs
- Participate in area efficiency and 5S improvement projects
- Perform preventative maintenance on test equipment and data acquisition systems
Basic qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or military environment
Preferred skills and experience
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field
- Prior experience with thermal, thermal vacuum, vibration and/or shock testing
- Experience in aerospace, aviation, military or other high-volume operating environment
- Proficiency with diverse electrical test equipment: analog, digital and RF
- Windows OS proficiency
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong teamwork skills
Requirements
- Willing to work all shifts, overtime and weekends as needed
- Able to work Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Able to perform repetitive assembly, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching and carrying
- Able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
ITAR eligibility
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, you must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.