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Avionics Integration & Test Technician (Starship) - Starbase TX

VetJobs Star, Texas, United States

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

Posted Nov 11, 2025Apply by Dec 11, 2025

Role & seniority: Avionics Integration & Test Technician (Starship); Technician-level, on-site role

Stack/tools: Electronics test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, power supplies, DAQs); wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes; IPC-620/NASA 8739-4/J-STD-001; 3D CAD/drafting; schematic capture; Atlassian tools (Confluence, JIRA)

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Read and interpret released schematics/drawings; provide engineering feedback to finalize documentation

  • Validate and test electronic components; perform integration across on-vehicle, ground segment, and ground support systems; document results clearly

  • Assemble/repair high-quality wire harnesses, test racks, and related components; support hardware/procedural improvements via design, test, and work instructions

Must-have skills

  • High school diploma or equivalency; 1+ years manufacturing wire harnesses or electro-mechanical sub-assemblies

  • 1+ years experience using electronics test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, etc.)

  • Ability to work shifts/overtime; physically capable of required lifting, heights, and temperature conditions; US citizenship or eligible status per ITAR

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in aerospace, aviation, military or high-reliability industries

  • IPC-A-620, NASA 8739-4, J-STD-001, or SpaceX AV1200-4 certifications

  • 3D drafting/modeling, schematic capture proficiency; experience with Confluence/JIRA

  • Strong communication, teamwork, and

Full Description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.

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

Auto req ID

459505BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Job_Category

Technician

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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. City* Star Base State* Texas Job Code Recruiter Recruitment Affiliate Sponsor SpaceX

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