Machine Maintenance Technician, PCB (Starlink)

Bastrop, TXfull time

On Site

mid

H1B: no

SpaceX Machine Maintenance Technician, PCB (Starlink) at SpaceX operates and maintains PCB manufacturing equipment in a chemical processing environment. The role includes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and chemical handling to ensure quality and output.

Responsibilities

Execute startup and shutdown procedures for production equipment
Monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems for state-of-the-art PCB manufacturing which may include metal plating lines, copper etching lines, soldermask printers, water treatment systems, plasma etching systems, laser or mechanical drilling machines, and lamination ovens
Perform necessary interventions to maintain process parameters, including chemical analysis, additions, recipe changes, and machine adjustments
Perform first-level troubleshooting, provide feedback, and work with maintenance and engineering teams to drive root cause of equipment downtime
Track schedule 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 drive root cause of yield limiters
Perform training of 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

Qualification

Experience working in a wet labExperience handling flammableStrong interpersonal

Required

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
6+ months of experience in a hands-on technical field such as automotive, electronics, or other high-volume manufacturing industry, or an associate’s degree in a STEM field

Preferred

2+ years of experience with printed circuit boards (PCBs), engineering laminates, electrochemical processes, and/or microelectronics fabrication (including school projects, clubs, or internships)
Proficiently use 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 such as MES/ERP
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to work closely with other technicians and cross-functional teams
Ability to identify and maintain priorities for tasks and projects while staying organized
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working independently in a high-paced, challenging work environment with minimal oversight