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Hardware Test Specialist, Failure Analysis (Gateway)

SpaceX· Starlink Satellite PCB Production Engineering
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Redmond, WA$34k - $51kfull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Hardware Test Specialist for Starlink focusing on failure analysis of satellite and gateway hardware, including root-cause analysis, test optimization, and collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and quality to improve reliability and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • First level troubleshooting of test system errors by reading and interpreting test logs and telemetry
  • Support production, engineering, and qualification tests including equipment bring up and configuration, dry runs, and in situ troubleshooting
  • Aid in efforts to uncover root-cause of equipment failures and develop permanent resolution on issues found during test operations (via software updates, hardware changes, etc.)
  • Execute and manage new configuration introduction into production area
  • Design or repair assembly fixtures, tooling, and shop aids to improve manufacturing processes
  • Identify and implement changes to design, process, safety, and floor layout to improve yield, performance, and cost
  • Perform detailed failure analysis of satellite and gateway hardware, identifying root causes of failures and implementing corrective actions
  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to improve product reliability and manufacturing processes
  • Utilize schematics, test equipment, and inspection processes to conduct failure investigations on PCBA and other electronic components
  • Work closely with the respective test engineers to ensure a close feedback loop on improving test assets
  • Monitor yield rates and quality metrics, driving corrective actions to address non-conforming products
  • Conduct environmental testing (thermal, vibration, HALT/HASS, TVAC) to validate product robustness
  • Support production and field operations by providing technical guidance on failure resolution and process improvements
  • Maintain thorough documentation of failure analysis findings, test results, and corrective actions

Qualifications

  • High school degree or equivalency certificate
  • 1+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical position or a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field

Skills

Required:Root-cause analysisFailure analysisElectrical testingDocumentation
Nice to have:Environmental testing

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives including stock or long-term cash awards
  • Discretionary bonuses and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation (3 weeks) and 10+ paid holidays per year
  • Paid sick time in Washington state
  • Company shuttles from select Seattle locations to SpaceX Redmond office
Last updated Aug 19, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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