Quality Inspector - Solar Cells for Space Communications

SpaceX; Texas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking a Quality Inspector for Solar Cells (Starlink) to perform visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections across incoming, in-process, and final stages. You will use IV testers, PL, EL, AOI, and sheet resistance meters to verify efficiency, Voc, Jsc, and fill factor against targets.

You will document results, support root cause analysis, and help improve yield in a fast-paced, ISO-classified environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience performing quality inspections in manufacturing.
• Experience with solar cell, semiconductor, or precision electronics inspection processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings.
• Experience with quality metrics and defect classification.
• Familiarity with ISO-classified cleanrooms and GMP-like environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections of solar cells at various production stages.
• Operate and interpret results from metrology tools such as IV testers, PL, EL, AOI, and sheet resistance meters.
• Verify critical cell parameters including efficiency, Voc, Jsc, fill factor, thickness, and lifetime against targets.
• Perform final outgoing quality verification and packout inspections prior to shipment.
• Document inspection results and disposition nonconforming material; support root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve yield and reduce defects.
• Maintain inspection records and ensure compliance with quality standards in cleanrooms.

Skills

Visual inspection

Electrical inspection

Metrology

Quality documentation

Cleanroom familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IV testers

PL/EL tools

AOI systems

Sheet resistance meters

Job description

SpaceX is seeking a Quality Inspector for Solar Cells (Starlink) to perform visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections across incoming, in-process, and final stages. You will use IV testers, PL, EL, AOI, and sheet resistance meters to verify efficiency, Voc, Jsc, and fill factor against targets.

You will document results, support root cause analysis, and help improve yield in a fast-paced, ISO-classified environment.