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DLR Group

Structural Engineer, Entry-level

Austin, TX · On-site

Previous internship, co-op experience, or full-time position with a consulting engineering or A/E ... Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value ...

Hansoninc

Air Quality Engineer

Austin, TX

$100K - $150K/yr

Perform air dispersion modeling and risk assessments to evaluate potential impacts of emissions ... Award-winning internship program * Employee recognition * And so much more! AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ...

SpaceX

Reliability Engineer (Starlink/Akoustis)

Bastrop, TX

$101K - $128K/yr

... risk reduction, and removal of complexity in designs and processes to improve manufacturability ... internship experience is applicable) PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * 3+ years of high-volume ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship risk engineer in Austin, TX is $25.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.48 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Risk Engineer vs Risk Engineer?

AspectInternship Risk EngineerRisk Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recently completed a relevant degree; internships may not require certificationsProfessional certifications like ASP, ARM, or PE often preferred
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised, and learning-focused roles within companies or consulting firmsFull-time, experienced roles involving risk assessment, analysis, and mitigation strategies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies during internship programs to train future risk professionalsUsed by industries such as insurance, construction, manufacturing, and energy for ongoing risk management

The main difference is that an Internship Risk Engineer is an entry-level, learning position often held by students or recent graduates, while a Risk Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for assessing and managing risks in various industries. Internships serve as a stepping stone toward becoming a full Risk Engineer with more responsibilities and certifications.

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Process Engineer, PCB Reliability (Starlink)

Process Engineer, PCB Reliability (Starlink)

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX • On-site

Other

Posted 8 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 61 rated aerospace companies

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.
PROCESS ENGINEER, PCB RELIABILITY (STARLINK)
SpaceX is leveraging our experience building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's largest satellite constellation and most advanced broadband internet system. We provide reliable and fast internet to millions of users worldwide, including populations with little or no connectivity, rural communities, aircraft, watercraft, and places where existing services are unreliable, too expensive, or disconnected by natural disasters. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system, thousands of satellites and consumer antennae that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing. The Starlink team is seeking out the best-in-class professionals to maximize Starlink's potential for communities and businesses around the globe.
As a Process Engineer on our Hardware Reliability team, you will contribute to Starlink's in-house printed circuit board (PCB) production line-the largest in North America-by supporting quality and reliability efforts from material selection through end-user performance. You will assist with quality escalations, participate in new product and process qualifications, conduct root cause investigations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help ensure our PCBs deliver the highest standards of reliability for Starlink user terminals, satellites, and other hardware. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience applying industry-standard methods for PCB reliability while learning physics-of-failure analysis to support the most reliable hardware possible.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering teams to verify that PCBs satisfy mission profile requirements for space and terrestrial environments
  • Conduct root cause investigations for reliability and quality escalations using physics-of-failure approaches to identify and address failure mechanisms
  • Execute environmental, mechanical, and electrical testing for new PCB designs and materials in alignment with IPC standards
  • Collect and analyze test data from accelerated life testing (e.g., thermal cycling, vibration, humidity) to support reliability assessments and modeling
  • Develop and establish quality standards and procedures through data analysis, metric tracking, and validation testing
  • Contribute to process improvements, corrective actions, and yield enhancement initiatives based on failure analysis findings to aid high-volume manufacturing
  • Document results, support metric tracking, and present findings to help inform team decisions and risk mitigation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in materials science, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or other applied engineering discipline
  • 1+ years of experience with hardware development or electronics test engineering (internship and extracurricular experience is applicable)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Master's degree in a relevant field or hands-on projects/internships focused on PCB reliability, electronics manufacturing, or failure analysis
  • Familiarity with IPC or similar test standards for PCBs (e.g., thermal shock, flexure, or solderability methods)
  • Understanding of core physics-of-failure concepts for common PCB issues (e.g., delamination, cracking, or via reliability)
  • Hands-on experience or coursework with reliability testing, environmental chambers, data analysis tools, or lab equipment (e.g., inspection techniques)
  • Knowledge of additional standards such as IPC-6012, MIL-STD-810, or testing methods like HALT/HASS
  • Experience with scripting (e.g., Python) for data processing or test automation
  • Background in NPI, supplier support, or volume production environments
  • Familiarity with failure analysis tools (e.g., X-ray, cross-sectioning, SEM, electrical test)
  • Familiarity with root-cause investigations, data analysis, and experimental methods
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and hands-on skills with a desire to learn reliability engineering practices
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with a passion for innovation and SpaceX's mission

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
    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.
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