Hardware Reliability Technician, Microelectronics Test (Starlink)
SpaceX· Starlink Process Engineering
Bastrop, TXfull-timePosted 2mo ago
About the role
Reliability Technician in SpaceX's Starlink team, performing microelectronics reliability tests, failure analysis support, and hands-on lab work to ensure high quality and reliability of silicon and packaged components.
Responsibilities
- Operate failure analysis and reliability test equipment in accordance with current SOPs and processes to support root cause investigations of microelectronics failures
- Document test results, observations, and data clearly and accurately in accordance with prescribed procedures
- Communicate and resolve test-related issues as they relate to Starlink microelectronics reliability testing, collaborate closely with engineers and specialists
- Support day-to-day operations of the reliability test lab for both in-sourced and custom Starlink microelectronics products
- Assess, troubleshoot, and perform basic maintenance on test equipment within the Reliability Test Lab (thermal chambers, HAST, temperature cycling systems, etc.)
- Perform hands-on tasks including sample preparation, soldering, PCBA rework, and cross-sectioning as needed for reliability testing
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 1+ years of experience working in a production, manufacturing, or technical laboratory environment
Skills
Required:Microelectronics reliability or failure analysisLaboratory operations
Nice to have:Soldering and PCBA reworkReliability testing standards familiarityQuality management systemsFailure analysis tools
Last updated Aug 19, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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