EEE Failure Analysis Lab Technician

EEE FAILURE ANALYSIS LAB TECHNICIAN

The EEE (electronic, electrical, and electro-mechanical/electro-optical) Parts Reliability team at SpaceX is a multidisciplinary group dedicated to ensuring the reliability of flight components, including integrated circuits, discrete semiconductors, and passive hardware.

As a lab technician on the EEE Parts Reliability team, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining characterization equipment and machinery in our failure analysis laboratory. You will collaborate closely with engineers and specialists to destructively evaluate electrical piece part and PCB workmanship and quality; execute custom test profiles for accelerated testing; and manage equipment calibrations and maintenance.

The ideal candidate exhibits keen attention to detail; upholds the highest standards of lab safety, organization, and cleanliness; and collaborates well with peers and customers of varying backgrounds and levels of experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform sample preparation and microsection analysis of PCBs, PCBAs, and other electrical components
• Execute solder rework operations on various package types as part of troubleshooting or test setup preparation
• Perform failure isolation and analysis on PCBs, PCBAs, and IC components in close collaboration with a EEE failure analysis engineer
• Set up and monitor metallurgical, electrical, and thermal testing equipment
• Execute custom test profiles for accelerated testing requests
• Perform precise measurements with microscopy tools
• Manage lab consumables and equipment calibration and maintenance

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience working in a hands-on laboratory position
• 1+ years of experience performing electronics testing, electronics inspection, and/or troubleshooting

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience performing electrical testing and inspection using portable measuring devices (multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.)
• Associates degree or higher in engineering, physics, chemistry, or similar field
• Previous experience with performing soldering operations
• Previous experience with cross-sectioning metals, polymers, and ceramics for scanning electron microscopy and optical microscopy evaluation
• Previous experience with high-density PCBs and PCBAs
• IPC-A-600 certified

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical-path schedule and mission milestones

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 1: $25.00 - $33.00/hour  

Level 2: $30.00 - $39.00/hour

Level 3: $35.00 - $45.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.