Production Technician (Starlink/Akoustis)

The role

You will support production processes and equipment at an RF filter manufacturing facility. This involves running multiple processes in a high-mix environment and supporting experiments for process improvements.

What you will do

• Conform to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and train Production Operators on SOPs
• Input data and monitor SPC control charts
• Follow corrective actions when violations occur
• Obtain qualifications to operate area equipment
• Ensure safety and quality protocols are followed
• Multitask and cross train across multiple tool set
• Support new product introductions, existing products, and processes
• Identify and contain quality problems associated with the area's toolset
• Support continuous process improvements projects
• Support engineering and maintenance teams by running experiments and documenting results

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 4+ years of experience working as a production or engineering technician in the semiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industry
• OR associate’s degree or greater in a STEM discipline AND 1+ years of experience working as a production or engineering technician in the semiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industry
• Work a large percentage of 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, where additional PPE is required in certain circumstances

Nice to have

• 4+ years of experience working as a production technician in the semiconductor/electronics manufacturing industry
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
• Proficiency in 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
• Experience participating in ISO quality audits

Benefits

• Company stock or long-term cash awards
• Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Various other discounts and perks
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 10 or more paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave

Before you apply

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee, or Asylee, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

About the company

SpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars. Akoustis is a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX providing RF filters using patented XBAW technology.