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Avionics Integration & Test Technician (Starship)

SpaceX Texas, United States

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Salary: 8739-4, J-STD-001, or Spa

Posted Dec 31, 2025

Role & seniority: Avionics Integration & Test Technician (Starship); technician level (requires 1+ year experience in related work)

Stack/tools: released schematics/drawings; electronic test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, power supplies, DAQs); wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes; 3D modeling and schematic capture (preferred); Atlassian tools (Confluence, JIRA)

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Read, interpret, and provide feedback on schematics/drawings to complete documentation

  • Validate/test electronic components and integrate full system electronics across on-vehicle, ground segment, and ground support

  • Assemble/repair wire harnesses and related components; document results clearly; support hardware/procedural improvements

Must-have skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent; 1+ year in wire harness or electro-mechanical sub-assemblies

  • 1+ year using electronics test equipment (DMMs, scopes, network analyzers, etc.)

  • Ability to read schematics, use precision measuring tools, and work with various hand/power tools

  • Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, weekends; ability to lift and perform physical requirements

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in aerospace/high-reliability industries; IPC-A-620, NASA 8739-4, J-STD-001, or SpaceX AV1200-4 certifications

  • 3D modeling/drafting, schematic capture experience; familiarity with Atlassian tools

  • Strong communication, teamwork, attention to detail

Location & work type

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Full 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) 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. Additionally, document the 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

  • Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime and weekends as needed
  • Ability to work at elevated heights.
  • Some travelling will be necessary - 10%
  • Ability to pass NASA-STD-8739.6B Section 5.7.6 vision and color requirements

Stand: Up to 10 hours per day

Sit: Up to 1 hour

Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

Overhead reach: Up to 6 hours per day

Walk: Up to 6 hours per day

Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 1-2 hours per day

Climb (ladder/stairs): Up to 10 hours per day

Kneel/Crouch: Up to 6 hours per day

Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees up to 6 hours per day Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, 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.
AvionicsElectronics TestingWire Harness ManufacturingElectro-Mechanical AssemblySchematic InterpretationDocumentationPrecision MeasurementIPC-A-620 CertificationNASA 8739-4 CertificationJ-STD-001 Certification3D ModelingSchematic CaptureAtlassian ToolsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailTeamwork

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