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Avionics Manufacturing Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$115K - $160K/yr

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. AVIONICS MANUFACTURING ENGINEER The Avionics Manufacturing ...

SpaceX

Manufacturing Engineer, Blades and Vanes

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is ... MANUFACTURING ENGINEER, BLADES AND VANES Working directly in the materials engineering group, this ...

SpaceX

Manufacturing Engineer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (STARLINK) SpaceX is developing a low-latency, broadband internet system to meet the needs of consumers across the globe. Enabled by a constellation of low Earth orbit ...

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars. LEAD MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (STARLINK PCBA) SpaceX is developing a ...

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Do workers at SpaceX get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
75% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Does SpaceX pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
75% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

At SpaceX, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
79% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Is the health insurance from SpaceX affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
99% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Do people get paid time off at SpaceX?

Most people get paid time off work.
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 69% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers at SpaceX worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
98% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Do SpaceX workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
52% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it for SpaceX workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
52% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at SpaceX?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Do SpaceX managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
84% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

Do jobs at SpaceX spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
8% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at SpaceX?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
97% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Is a SpaceX job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
81% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at SpaceX good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
54% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and August 2026.

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Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
84% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
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Do people at SpaceX get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Is it stressful to work at SpaceX?

Most people feel stressed here.
68% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
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Do people at SpaceX enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
95% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Do people at SpaceX recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
69% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 74 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at SpaceX?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Do people get support to advance at SpaceX?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 77% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 70 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Do people think SpaceX’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
61% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how SpaceX is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
89% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and September 2026.

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Avionics Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA)

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

SpaceX
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about SpaceXexternal

$115K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

SpaceX rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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 MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (PCBA)
The Avionics Manufacturing Engineering team is a highly interdisciplinary organization that is responsible for building the world's most advanced launch vehicles and spacecraft. In this role, you will own the full PCBA manufacturing process for SpaceX's launch vehicles, crew capsules, and exciting new programs key to SpaceX's success. Key responsibilities of this role include driving design for manufacturability, being the first contact for engineering decisions related to flight hardware, and championing continuous improvement of product, process, and equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Act as the primary liaison between avionics engineering, supply chain, production, etc. to ensure rate objectives are met through manufacturing and test.
  • Implement, simplify, and automate high reliability manufacturing processes so that the production teams can operate independently of engineering.
  • Work with peer engineering, and support teams to drive design updates in response to manufacturing issues, part obsolescence, and system requirement changes.
  • Select and qualify new equipment for electronics manufacturing and drive continuous improvement on existing assets.
  • Design, develop, validate, and implement tooling to ensure manufacturing repeatability and efficiency.
  • Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacturability, design for testability, yield improvements, supplier capabilities assessments, quality control, etc.
  • Primary point of contact for production non-conforming product, troubleshooting, root cause, failure investigations and corrective actions.
  • Prepare engineering documentation necessary for the transition from development to production including assembly procedures, test procedures, standard operating procedures, schematic diagrams, bills of materials, suitable alternate parts lists and mechanical drawings.
  • Develop training requirements for production personnel.
  • Work creatively and innovative to support SpaceX's lofty goals by always being prepared to challenge the status quo.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
  • 1+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, and/or production of mechanical or electrical hardware systems.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • 3+ years of professional experience in design and/or production of mechanical or electronics hardware systems.
  • Experience implementing design for manufacture and design for test for PCBAs and electronics hardware.
  • Experience developing and supporting PCBA manufacturing processes (i.e. In-Circuit Testing, SMT, X-Ray).
  • Experience modeling with 3D CAD software, GD&T, and completing technical drawing reviews.
  • Experience with rapid prototyping and 3D printing.
  • Basic understanding of machining principals, equipment, and tooling.
  • Basic understanding of electronic component functionality, circuit schematics, and PCBAs.
  • Basic competency with SQL databases.
  • Ability to create and deliver presentations for design and manufacturing readiness reviews.
  • Hands-on engineer with a passion for manufacturing.
  • Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Level 1: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00
Level 2: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
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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Aerospace product and parts manufacturing, data services, guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing and satellite telecommunications

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hawthorne, CA, US

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