Production Technician (Starlink/Akoustis)

SpaceX; Rochester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC, a stakeholder in Akoustis' Canandaigua RF filter manufacturing, seeks a Production Technician to support high‑throughput processes. You will work independently with engineers and operations in a fast-paced environment, running multiple processes, identifying equipment issues, and assisting with process improvements for new product introductions.

The role emphasizes SOP adherence, data logging, and cross-training across tools, with safety and quality as core

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent paired with 4+ years in production/engineering in semiconductor/electronics/manufacturing.
• Associate’s degree or higher in STEM with 1+ years in production/engineering in semiconductor/electronics/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and train Production Operators on SOPs.
• Input data and monitor SPC control charts and follow corrective actions.
• Qualify to operate area equipment and ensure safety/quality protocols.
• Multitask and cross-train across multiple tool sets and support new product introductions.
• Identify and contain quality problems with the area’s toolset.
• Support continuous improvement projects to improve yield and reduce cycle time.

Skills

Communication skills

Semiconductor equipment operation

Wafer handling

High-volume manufacturing

ISO audits

Education

Associate’s degree in STEM

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

JMP

Job description

the company 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 the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN(STARLINK/AKOUSTIS)

Akoustis is nowoperatingas a wholly owned subsidiary of the company providing industry leading RF filters using patented XBAW technology to help drive the mission of making human life multi-planetary, while also connecting the world through Starlink. Our work helps further the impact that Starlink is already making on millions of users around the world, while allowing us to broaden that reach dramatically and continue connecting the unconnected here on earth.

As an AkoustisProductionTechnician, you willsupport production processes and equipment at thestate-of-the-artRF filter manufacturing facility in Canandaigua, NY, where we continually strive for the highest levels of quality with a focus on cost controls and production throughput. The job requires you to work independently but involves frequent interaction with Akoustis Engineers and Operations in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you are challenged withrunningmultiple processes in a high-mix environment,identifying problems with equipment,andsupportingexperiments for process improvements and new processdevelopmentfornew product introductions and new equipment qualifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conform tostandard operating procedures (SOPs) anddemonstratethe ability to train Production Operators on SOPs
• Input data and monitorSPC control charts for processes and equipmentand be able tofollow corrective actions when violations occur
• Obtain qualifications tooperatearea equipment
• Ensure safety and quality protocols are followed
• Multitask and cross train across multiple tool set
• Support new product introductions,existing products,and processes
• Identifyandcontainquality problems associated with the area’s toolset
• Supportcontinuous process improvements projects to enhance yield, reduce cycle time, and lower manufacturing costs
• Supportengineering andmaintenanceteamsby running experiments
• Documentresults and summarize data

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma orequivalentAND4+ years of experience workingasaproductionorengineeringtechnicianinthesemiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industry
• ORassociate’s degree or greater inaSTEMdisciplineAND1+ years of experience working as aproductionor engineering technicianinthesemiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industry

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 4+ years of experience working as aproductiontechnicianinthesemiconductor/electronics manufacturing industry
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and JMP statistical software
• Hands-on experience operating semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Experience handling silicon wafers and the safe handling of chemicals.
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing environments involving frequent product changeovers
• Experienceparticipatingin ISO quality audits

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Worka large percentageof the day in a Cleanroom with strict adherence to Class 100 level gowning protocols.
• Work in an environment requiring strict adherence to workplace safety rules, whereadditionalPPE is required in certain circumstances.
• Due to the nature of production line bring-up, the work schedule for this position will evolve over time:

• You will start with normal working hours (likely fortheremainderof 2026)

• Day Shift: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday - Friday)

• You will transition to ONE of the shifts below (likely startingin 2027, start/end times subject to change)

• A-Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday)
• B-Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday)
• C-Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday) – eligible for 15% shift differential
• D-Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday) – eligible for 15% shift differential

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay range: Akoustis Production Technician: $22.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will bedeterminedon 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 the company. 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 topurchaseadditionalstock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a401(k) retirementplan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts andperks. You may alsoaccrue3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employeesaccruepaid sick leavepursuanttoCompany 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.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company 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 the company’s Affiantive Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out [e-mail].