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# Hardware Development Engineer, PCBA (STARLINK)

- **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
- **Location:** Redmond, WA, United States
- **Salary:** $105,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Configuration Management, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), SQL Databases
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_spacex-8702819002

## About the Role

for reliability, or PCB design and layout PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: + High volume production experience (consumer goods, automotive, etc.) + Hands-on experience working in SMT processing and/or related PCBA processes from industry, research, or academic projects + Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods such as experiment design + Knowledge pf IPC manufacturing standards + Experience with SQL, Python + Experience with Six Sigma + Experience with basic failure analysis tools and methods (X-ray, cross-section, polishing) + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and use date to drive systemic improvements + Ability to work both autonomously and as a team in a highly demanding, fast-paced environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: + Ability to life heavy objects, up to 25 Ibs. unassisted + Willing to work weekend and extended hours as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range, Level 1: $105,000.00 -

## Description

RESPONSIBILITIES: + Own and manage PCBA processes and PCBA products for in-house production + Drive processes for volume production of PCBA including manufacturing execution, nonconforming product management, configuration management, traceability tracking, and process control + Manage new product introduction of PCBA assemblies, working closely with design engineers, and process specialists + Manage work instructions, process documentation, and training + Track schedule, work-in-progress levels, and defect rates of owned products + Identify trends and opportunities for optimizing product output, quality enhancements, and cost of manufacturability + Drive corrective actions and process improvements on owned processes and products BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor's degree in mechanical, software, industrial, electrical, or other engineering discipline + 1+ years of professional experience in at least one of the following areas: manufacturing process, SMT, accelerated testing, design