Senior Engineer

Description:

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to make human life on Mars possible. The Sr. Maintenance Engineer for Starlink is responsible for providing engineering support for planned and unplanned repairs, modifications, and upgrades of production equipment. This role is critical in maximizing equipment availability, enabling Starlink to meet its mission objectives. The engineer will lead technical troubleshooting, perform root cause analysis, and manage equipment improvement projects from concept to implementation. This position offers a fast-paced, challenging environment with opportunities to mentor technicians, collaborate across engineering disciplines, and contribute to high-impact projects in aerospace technology.

Responsibilities:

• Lead maintenance technicians in troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical, electrical, fluid, and pneumatic equipment failures

• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective measures

• Manage multiple projects of varying scope and complexity simultaneously

• Solve complex, open-ended problems efficiently

• Mentor technicians in troubleshooting, RCA, and interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, GD&T, and P&IDs

• Lead equipment improvement projects in collaboration with Engineering teams

• Coordinate internal and third-party resources for repairs, overhauls, and upgrades

• Create and update preventative maintenance instructions

• Interface with engineering, quality, production, and procurement to remove production blockers

• Review failure modes and optimize spare parts inventory

• Provide leadership in utilization of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, Jira, SQL, and PowerBI

• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, GD&T, and P&IDs

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years troubleshooting technical problems in manufacturing

• Experience with design for manufacturability and assembly, high-volume production, and technical specialization

• Knowledge of process development, facility/line layouts, FMEA, error-proofing

• Experience with MRP, ERP, and CMMS systems

• Experience leading technicians and coordinating projects with contractors

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work with urgency

Additional Requirements:

• Physical effort: standing, lifting up to 25 lbs, working outdoors as needed

• Extended hours and occasional weekend work

• Up to 10% travel

• ITAR compliance: U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible for required authorizations

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $125000 - $175000 per year (base salary depends on knowledge, skills, education, and experience)

• Additional rewards: long-term incentives, stock options, potential bonuses, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Medical, vision, dental coverage, 401(k), disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, discounts, and perks

• 3 weeks paid vacation, 10+ paid holidays, 5 sick days per year

• Shuttle service from select Seattle locations