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PCBA Manufacturing Engineer, External (Starshield)

SpaceX’s Starshield program applies Starlink and launch capabilities to government and national security customers. The PCBA Manufacturing Engineer will manage PCBA processes and supplier-produced electronic assemblies for Starshield, ensuring continuity of supply, implementing supplier quality controls, and collaborating across design, procurement, and manufacturing to meet program volume, yield, and reliability targets.

Skills

  • PCBA manufacturing experience, including SMT processing and microelectronics packaging
  • Experience with supplier quality processes (PPAP, APQP, FAI) and quality systems
  • Familiarity with IPC standards, statistical methods (DOE, Six Sigma), and lean concepts
  • Ability to perform basic failure analysis (X-ray, cross-sectioning, microscopy)
  • Strong written and verbal communication with experience influencing suppliers and cross-functional teams
  • Willingness/ability to obtain Top Secret clearance and meet ITAR eligibility

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage PCBA processes and products across the Starshield supply chain
  • Ensure continuity of supply and infeed assemblies to meet program volume targets
  • Collaborate with design engineers to understand piece part and assembly design intent
  • Support procurement by assessing supplier processes and quality systems
  • Create and flow down supplier technical requirements and implementation plans
  • Implement and monitor PPAP and other supplier qualification artifacts to enable rate production
  • Develop and approve process controls for critical characteristics and drive product improvements
  • Analyze supplier quality and delivery metrics, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions
  • Serve as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve issues
  • Lead supplier improvement projects focused on cycle time, cost reduction, and yield

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, materials, hardware engineering, engineering physics, or related engineering discipline
  • Willingness to pursue required security clearance if applicable
  • Valid driver’s license

Benefits

  • Base salary plus eligibility for long-term incentives (stock, options, or cash awards)
  • Potential discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
  • Paid parental leave, paid vacation (approximately 3 weeks), paid holidays, and sick leave
  • Various employee discounts and perks
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