Production Technician (Starlink/Akoustis)

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX, Bastrop, TX, seeks a Production Technician for its Akoustis RF filter manufacturing facility. You will support production processes, run multiple high-mix processes, and collaborate with engineers and operations to improve yield and throughput while maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires SOP adherence, data input, and equipment operation qualifications, with day-shift hours. Experience in semiconductor or electronics manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with 4+ years in production or engineering tech.
• Associate degree or higher in STEM with 1+ year in production or engineering tech.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and train operators on SOPs.
• Monitor SPC charts and implement corrective actions.
• Qualify to operate area equipment.
• Maintain safety and quality protocols.
• Cross-train across multiple tools.
• Support new product introductions and processes.
• Identify and contain quality issues with tools.
• Assist in continuous improvement to improve yield.
• Run experiments with engineering and maintenance teams.
• Document results and summarize data.

Skills

Semiconductor tech

Equipment operation

Quality control

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in STEM

Tools

Microsoft Office

JMP

Job description

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN(STARLINK/AKOUSTIS)

Akoustis is nowoperatingas a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX 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 Akoustis Production Technician, you will support production processes and equipment at the state-of-the-art RF filter manufacturing facility in Bastrop, TX, 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 with running multiple processes in a high-mix environment, identifying problems with equipment, and supporting experiments for process improvements and new process development for new 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 workingasaproductionor engineering technician in the semiconductor, 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
    • Day Shift: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday - Friday)

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 Affmidative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].