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Avionics Integration & Test Technician (Starship) - Night Shift

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Last seen by MeritLog September 10, 2026Source: GreenhouseSource version: greenhouse-job-board-v1

MeritLog read this listing from SpaceX's Greenhouse job board and last checked it on September 10, 2026.

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Job details

Work model
On-site
Salary
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Location
Starbase, TX

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What the role asks for

What you'd do

  • Read, interpret, and work from released schematics and drawings as well as from uncontrolled documentation. Interpret design intent and provide feedback to engineering to complete documentation
  • Perform validation and testing of various electronic components using equipment such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks
  • Perform integration on a full system suite of electronics to include on-vehicle, ground segment, and ground support applications
  • Document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
  • Assemble and repair high quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and associated components
  • Support the development of avionics hardware and procedural improvements via design, test, fabrication, and work instruction efforts. Self-monitor progress and achieve on time delivery of all work

What they're asking for

  • High school diploma or equivalency certificateEducation
  • 1+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses or electro-mechanical sub-assembliesExperience
  • 1+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g. DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, power supplies, DAQs, etc.)Experience
  • Experience in aerospace, aviation, military, or other high-reliability industrySkillPreferred
  • Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexteritySkillPreferred
  • Ability to use precision measuring instrumentsSkillPreferred
  • Prior or current IPC-A-620, NASA 8739-4, J-STD-001, or SpaceX AV1200-4 certificationsCredentialPreferred
  • Basic knowledge of electronics theory and principlesSkillPreferred
  • Experience drafting or modeling in a 3D environmentSkillPreferred
  • Experience using schematic capture applicationsSkillPreferred
  • Experience with Atlassian tools including Confluence and JIRASkillPreferred
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skillsSkillPreferred
  • Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracySkillPreferred
  • Ability to work night shift: 5:45PM - 5:45AMSkillPreferred
  • Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as neededSkillPreferred
  • Ability to work at elevated heights.SkillPreferred
  • Some traveling will be necessary - 10%SkillPreferred
  • Stand: Up to 10 hours per daySkillPreferred
  • Sit: Up to 10 hours per daySkillPreferred
  • Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per daySkillPreferred
  • Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per daySkillPreferred
  • Walk: Up to 3 hours per daySkillPreferred
  • Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per daySkillPreferred
  • Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 3 hours per daySkillPreferred

Parsed by MeritLog from the employer’s own posting. The full description follows below.

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. AVIONICS INTEGRATION & TEST TECHNICIAN (STARSHIP) - NIGHT SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES • Read, interpret, and work from released schematics and drawings as well as from uncontrolled documentation. Interpret design intent and provide feedback to engineering to complete documentation • Perform validation and testing of various electronic components using equipment such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks • Perform integration on a full system suite of electronics to include on-vehicle, ground segment, and ground support applications • Document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner • Assemble and repair high quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and associated components • Support the development of avionics hardware and procedural improvements via design, test, fabrication, and work instruction efforts. Self-monitor progress and achieve on time delivery of all work BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalency certificate • 1+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses or electro-mechanical sub-assemblies • 1+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g. DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, power supplies, DAQs, etc.) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • Experience in aerospace, aviation, military, or other high-reliability industry • Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity • Ability to use precision measuring instruments • Prior or current IPC-A-620, NASA 8739-4, J-STD-001, or SpaceX AV1200-4 certifications • Basic knowledge of electronics theory and principles • Experience drafting or modeling in a 3D environment • Experience using schematic capture applications • Experience with Atlassian tools including Confluence and JIRA • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills • Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to work night shift: 5:45PM - 5:45AM • Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed • Ability to work at elevated heights. • Some traveling will be necessary - 10% • Stand: Up to 10 hours per day • Sit: Up to 10 hours per day • Push/Pull: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day • Overhead reach: Up to 3 hours per day • Walk: Up to 3 hours per day • Lift/Carry: Up to 25lbs. (unassisted) 15 minutes or less per day • Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 3 hours per day • Kneel/Crouch: Up to 3 hours per day • Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day • Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 30 minutes or less per day • Candidate must be capable of safely working with high voltage and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description • Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review ITAR REQUIREMENTS: • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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