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SpaceX · 18 hours ago

Sr. Materials Engineer, Electronic Materials

Bastrop, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

SpaceX is a company focused on enabling human life on Mars through advanced technologies. They are seeking a Sr. Materials Engineer to enhance materials technologies for Starlink, requiring expertise in semiconductor device physics and experience in solar cell development, panel-level packaging, or PCB manufacturing.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the development and optimization of CVD recipes and device fabrication processes to boost solar cell efficiency

Own the full lifecycle of equipment specification, validation and process development— including device modeling, characterization of performance metrics, and materials failure analysis

Build supply chains for wafers, gases, chemicals, and equipment for solar cell manufacturing. Define incoming acceptance criteria for materials (e.g. silicon wafers, conductive pastes)

Address material and process challenges in panel-level packaging while spearheading the development of next generation dielectric materials to improve packaging performance and scalability

Specify and implement in-process metrology tools for quality control. Design wafer-level test structures to evaluate material/electronic properties. Integrate simulation tools with experimental data to guide and drive targeted improvements via material or process changes

Drive end-to-end material and process R&D programs, from concept through product implementation, to drive cost down, efficiency improvements and reliability in electronic systems

Collaborate closely with leadership and stakeholders across all departments—including design, reliability, production, and supply chain—to integrate materials innovations into product roadmaps and ensure accountability for operations and reliability

Manage compliance risks related to materials and processes, ensuring safety and environmental compliance with industry standards

Mentor and develop engineers, providing technical guidance and project oversight

Qualification

Semiconductor device physicsCVD process developmentElectrical device testingMicroscopy techniquesCross-functional leadershipCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or an engineering degree

5+ years of experience in microelectronics device research or manufacturing

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% time

Work performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

Comfort occasionally working in tight or confined spaces

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

Preferred

Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Strong background in semiconductor device physics with extensive hands-on CVD, PVD and related device fabrication experience; preferred background in photovoltaics

Expertise in electrical device testing methods (IV, CV, Hall effect, TLM) and optical device characterization (ellipsometry, UV-VIS-IR spectroscopy, PL, EL, QSSPC)

Proficiency in microscopy and analytical techniques (SEM/EDS, Raman, XRD, AFM, XPS, SIMS, FTIR, DMA, DSC)

Proven cross-functional leadership skills, with experience aligning diverse teams to achieve shared technology goals

Strong communication skills for presenting to stakeholders as well as guiding and mentoring junior engineers