Additive Manufacturing Specialist (Starlink Development)

The role

This person will own the setup, operation, post-processing, and continuous improvement of a multi-technology 3D printing lab. They will drive capacity and quality to accelerate Starlink product development and factory tooling.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end additive manufacturing operations including setup, operation, and monitoring of industrial 3D printers.
• Lead post-print processing such as powder removal, support removal, polishing, finishing, and dimensional inspection.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Improve shop capabilities, capacity, quality, and throughput through process optimization.
• Provide DFM feedback and process recommendations to engineering teams.
• Create, maintain, and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop and deliver training to additive personnel.
• Manage lab cleanliness, organization, and consumables inventory.
• Perform verifications, inspections, and documentation.
• Operate secondary post-processing equipment like drills, taps, grinders, and sanders.

Required qualifications

• High school degree or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience with hardware assembly, maintenance, and/or operating and maintaining complex machinery
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required
• Ability to obtain forklift certification
• Must be willing to travel occasionally to support critical projects

Nice to have

• 3+ years of experience working on and troubleshooting industrial and commercial 3D printers and/or additive equipment
• Collaborate with Network Security and IT teams to develop and deploy efficient, secure workflow and fleet monitoring systems
• Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, controlled documentation and processes
• Strong computer literacy skills
• Experience driving engagement with others, taking initiative, and helping push the team to new levels
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with or on complex machinery
• Proven track record of high-quality work, attention to detail, and high level of autonomy

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from

About the company

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. The company is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars.