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What this posting asks for

Level: Mid level — The posting asks for 2+ years of experience.

Main responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures on both development and flight hardware
• Perform tests with engineers according to test procedures and automated test scripts, providing data and preliminary test results used to derive pass/fail cr…
• Assist in the design and fabrication of hardware, including harnessing, test fixtures, and server racks
• Troubleshoot and write rework instructions for failing hardware in both hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) and factory environments
• Bring up and configure Linux-based servers for use in HITL and factory environments, following standardized procedures
• Support satellite qualification testing by performing satellite operations using work instructions developed alongside engineers
• Fabricate and repair cable harnesses, including soldering, crimping, and assembling connectors
• Support development of test automation software using Python with guidance from engineering
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 2+ years of experience working in a hands-on technical position, or a bachelor's degree in an engineering field

Competencies an interviewer will look for

• Technical skill Core
  In the posting: “Starshield's proliferated low-Earth orbit architecture provides inherent resiliency and constant connectivity to on-orbit assets, while SpaceX's proven rapid…” · “This includes designing tooling (electrical checkout racks, vehicle harnessing, DAQ setups, etc.) and processes (vehicle checkout software, harness/component…” · “Test Specialists are expected to contribute to daily production activities, including dispositioning and troubleshooting issues, providing feedback, and runn…”
  Show it by: Names the tools, languages or systems used and how; Explains a technical choice and its trade-off.
• Problem solving Core
  In the posting: “This includes designing tooling (electrical checkout racks, vehicle harnessing, DAQ setups, etc.) and processes (vehicle checkout software, harness/component…” · “Test Specialists are expected to contribute to daily production activities, including dispositioning and troubleshooting issues, providing feedback, and runn…” · “Troubleshoot and write rework instructions for failing hardware in both hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) and factory environments”
  Show it by: Describes a real problem, the options considered and the one chosen; Shows how the cause was found, not just the fix.
• Planning and organisation Core
  In the posting: “Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a fast-paced, challenging environment” · “Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules” · “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 …”
  Show it by: Shows how priorities were set when everything was urgent; Mentions deadlines met and how.
• Attention to detail and quality Core
  In the posting: “They also design first-article flight and GSE hardware, work with engineers to execute subsystem development testing, aid technicians with satellite producti…” · “Perform tests with engineers according to test procedures and automated test scripts, providing data and preliminary test results used to derive pass/fail cr…” · “Support satellite qualification testing by performing satellite operations using work instructions developed alongside engineers”
  Show it by: Gives an example of an error caught before it caused harm; Names the check or standard they used.
• Communication Core
  In the posting: “While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on three areas: Earth observatio…” · “Excellent written and verbal communication skills”
  Show it by: Adapts the message to the listener; Gives an example of explaining something clearly in writing or speech.
• Teamwork and collaboration Supporting
  In the posting: “Collaborate with engineers to develop and document test procedures on both development and flight hardware”
  Show it by: Says what they did inside a team, not only what 'we' did; Shows how a disagreement was handled.
• Ownership and accountability Supporting
  In the posting: “With the proven ability to iterate rapidly, SpaceX's unique full-stack approach in developing end-to-end systems, from launch vehicles to user terminals, ena…”
  Show it by: Takes a task from start to finish without being chased; Owns a mistake and what was changed after it.
• Leadership and mentoring Supporting
  In the posting: “Ability to solve complex problems with minimal supervision on tight schedules”
  Show it by: Describes setting direction or a standard others followed; Names someone they coached and what changed for them.
• Data and analysis Supporting
  In the posting: “Perform tests with engineers according to test procedures and automated test scripts, providing data and preliminary test results used to derive pass/fail cr…”
  Show it by: Uses a number to describe the situation or the result; Explains what the data showed and what was done with it.
• Stakeholder management Supporting
  In the posting: “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, ge…”
  Show it by: Shows how they aligned people with different goals; Explains how they handled a 'no' from someone senior.

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