Hardware Reliability Technician, Root Cause (Starlink)
SpaceX · Bastrop, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at SpaceX (aerospace & defense) in Bastrop, TX. Communicate and resolve quality issues impacting Starlink products in a timely and effective manner.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, ISO 9001
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 145 other live reliability postings in Texas.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 54%
- PLC 33%
- ✓ Root cause 27%
- Welding 27%
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Stands out: this posting asks for ISO 9001, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Communicate and resolve quality issues impacting Starlink products in a timely and effective manner
- ◆Document production non-conformances accurately and in accordance with established procedures
- ◆Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of quality management system policies and procedures
- ◆Participate in root cause investigations on Starlink products to identify and eliminate sources of defects
- ◆Perform field return triage and conduct root cause analysis on returned hardware
- ◆Execute PCB solder rework and X-ray inspections to support root cause analysis and MRB disposition
- ◆Support production teams during critical containment actions and quality alerts
- ◆Assess production processes for compliance with company standards and applicable industry
Qualifications
- ✓High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- ✓1+ years of experience working in a production, mechanical, or manufacturing environment
Preferred skills and experience
- ✓2+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment
- ✓E xperience performing root cause analysis on electrical systems and PCBAs with expertise in diagnosing and resolving issues related to solder joint quality, component failures, and manufacturing/assembly defects
- ✓Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field
- ✓Experience working with root cause/corrective action systems
- ✓Self-motivated, proactive, and experience managing multiple priorities and tasks
- ✓Practical experience working within quality management systems (ISO 9001)
Requirements
- ✓Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends, as needed
- ✓Must be willing to work the following shift:
- ✓C.1 Shift (5:00pm - 5:00am, Sun - Wed) [4x12's front half]
- ✓C.2 Shift (7:00pm - 5:00am, Sun - Thurs) [5x10's front half]
- ✓D.1 Shift (5:00pm - 5:00am, Wed - Sat) [4x12's back half]
- ✓D.2 Shift (7:00pm - 5:00am, Tues - Sat) [5x10's back half]
- ✓Schedule may vary depending on site operational needs and flexibility is required regarding overtime and weekend support
- ✓Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, and lifting up to 25 lbs. unassisted
- ✓Must be willing to work onsite in Bastrop, TX – remote work not considered
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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 .
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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 reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com .
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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.
Hardware reliability technician, root cause (starlink)
SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system. We provide reliable and fast internet to millions of users worldwide, including populations with little or no connectivity, rural communities, aircraft, watercraft, and places where existing services are unreliable, too expensive, or disconnected by natural disasters. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, thousands of satellites and consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing. The Starlink team is seeking out the best-in-class professionals to maximize Starlink’s potential for communities and businesses around the globe.
As a Hardware Reliability Technician on the Starlink team, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and quality of Starlink user terminals and gateways through manufacturing, test, and installation.