Posted by employer 5 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 5 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 22 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- High school
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Receiving Inspector for SpaceX's Starlink project plays a crucial role in ensuring that incoming products meet established specifications and quality standards. This position requires familiarity with inspection tools and quality management systems, particularly in aerospace or related fields. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of relevant inspection experience and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. The role is integral to maintaining the high standards necessary for the successful deployment of Starlink's satellite technology.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 5 months ago — first seen on Joblaze May 6, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page October 13, 2026.
- Microsoft Office appears in 1.8% of 3079 comparable mid other roles in United States; AS9100 appears in 0.3% of 3079 comparable mid other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Receiving Inspector (Starlink) role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Bastrop, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Receiving Inspector (Starlink) role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Bastrop, TX.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AS9100, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Office.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Receiving Inspector (Starlink) role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
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:
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