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Manufacturing Engineer (Starlink Optical)

Bastrop, TXmidAdded today

About this role

SpaceX is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to design and scale production systems for Starlink optical components at their Bastrop, TX facility. This early-career, hands-on role involves developing automated assembly cells, CAD tooling design, and process documentation while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to optimize manufacturing for high-volume precision optical and electro-mechanical assemblies.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement automated production cells, fixtures, and tooling for precision optical and electro-mechanical assembly
  • Create and modify CAD models for tooling, fixtures, mechanical interfaces, and production equipment
  • Support product-to-manufacturing handoff during new product introduction (NPI) with process development and first-article execution
  • Develop, document, and maintain assembly processes, work instructions, and validation procedures
  • Build, test, and debug production equipment and prototype hardware on the factory floor
  • Analyze yield, process, and metrology data to drive root-cause investigations and continuous improvement

What they're looking for

  • CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent)
  • FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software
  • Fixture and tooling design
  • GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
  • Python or MATLAB for data analysis
  • Manufacturing process development (PFMEA, SPC)
  • Robotic systems and automated assembly equipment
  • Cleanroom or controlled-environment manufacturing practices
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SpaceX

SpaceX develops advanced spacecraft and satellite systems, including the Starshield government satellite constellation and Starfall re-entry cargo capsule for global delivery. The company is hiring engineers in avionics integration, software test automation, mechanical design, and hardware reliability to validate flight-critical systems and ensure mission success.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience designing fixtures or tooling for assembly or test applications—what was your design process and what challenges did you encounter?
  • Walk us through how you would approach debugging a failing automated production cell on the factory floor.
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