Equipment Operator (Starlink/Akoustis)

The role

You will operate and monitor complex equipment to fabricate high quality RF filter devices in a cleanroom environment. This role supports Starlink satellite internet and defense communications production.

What you will do

• Operate process equipment to fabricate and characterize devices
• Follow work instructions detailed in Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Document production and statistical process control data
• Ensure safety and quality protocols are followed
• Communicate issues and suggest improvements to lead or supervisor
• Cross train across multiple tool sets
• Understand workflow through work center
• Understand tool operation and error messages
• Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained workspace
• Put safety as number one priority

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment for extended periods
• Ability to follow PPE and safety protocols

Nice to have

• Associate’s degree in technical discipline
• Experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing company, a precision manufacturing company, or high-volume manufacturing company
• Experience with wafer/semiconductor handling
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings and controlled documentation such as: layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings,
• Ability to proficiently use a PC, Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

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 (aka green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the requ

About the company

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