Receiving Inspector (Starlink)
- US citizenship
- ITAR / US person
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About the job
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. ## RECEIVING INSPECTOR (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. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Perform documentation review and verification of certifications, specifications, and conformance to design requirements through eCerts or physical copies - Complete receiving transactions of incoming product per established procedures - Approve or reject items and documents based on inspection results as required - Communicate with internal customers and suppliers to resolve inspection discrepancies, documentation issues, and packaging damage - Use electronic MRP system to document issues and route parts and components to proper departments - Resolve nonconformance and documentation issues, support quality management system policies and procedure documentation, assess compliance to company and industry standards, and participate in continual improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives - Communicate and resolve roadblocks timely and accurately to ensure delivery and on-time receipt status ## BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or equivalency certificate - 2+ years of receiving, precision, or metrological inspection experience ## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE - Familiar with AS9100 Quality Management System standard - Experience with inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and profilometer - Quality inspection experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronics field - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications using ASME Y14.5 - Experience with GD&T and use of metrology tools and gauges - Experience with Lean manufacturing principles, such as FIFO, 5S, material flow - Experience with Microsoft Office platform ## ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Must be willing to work the following hours: 1st shift: Monday to Friday from 6:00am to 2:30pm - Ability to lift 25 lbs., unassisted - Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed - Standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are general duties of the job - Willing to work onsite, remote work not considered ## 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 .
From SpaceX's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft.
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