Maintenance Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in engineering with experience in maintenance and troubleshooting complex machinery problems. Your expertise in root cause analysis (RCA) allows you to identify and address equipment, process, and behavioral gaps effectively. You are familiar with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and have a track record of implementing predictive maintenance tools to enhance equipment reliability. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with development engineering teams to ensure maintenance efficiency is integrated into project designs.

You take pride in your ability to lead complex improvement projects that maximize production equipment availability. Your proactive approach to problem-solving and your technical guidance make you a key resource for maintenance technicians. You understand the importance of maintaining high standards in production environments and are committed to continuous improvement.

Desirable

Experience with advanced predictive maintenance techniques and tools is a plus. Familiarity with the aerospace or technology sectors will help you navigate the unique challenges of the Starlink program. A passion for innovation and a desire to contribute to groundbreaking projects will set you apart.

What you'll do

As a Maintenance Engineer for SpaceX's Starlink program, you will be responsible for providing engineering support for both planned and unplanned repairs, modifications, and upgrades of production equipment. You will take end-to-end ownership of equipment improvement projects, guiding them from concept through design and implementation. Your role will involve troubleshooting complex machinery problems and providing technical guidance to maintenance technicians to ensure quick resolution of equipment failures.

You will perform root cause analysis (RCA) to identify underlying issues affecting equipment performance and implement corrective measures to address these gaps. Collaborating with development engineering teams, you will propose design adjustments that enhance reliability and maintenance efficiency from the outset of projects. Your leadership will be crucial in utilizing CMMS effectively to track maintenance activities and improve operational workflows.

In addition, you will develop and execute complex improvement projects aimed at maximizing production equipment availability. Your contributions will play a key role in enabling the Starlink program to achieve its ambitious goals. You will also be involved in implementing predictive tools such as vibration analysis to anticipate equipment failures before they occur, ensuring a seamless production process.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing human life in space. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a direct impact on the future of space exploration. Join us in our quest to make life multi-planetary.