SpaceX · 1 day ago
Microelectronics Process Engineer, Optical Products (Starlink)
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$115K/yr - $135K/yr
1+ years expSpaceX is actively developing technologies to enable human life on Mars and is deploying Starlink, the world's most advanced satellite constellation. They are seeking a Microelectronics Process Engineer for Optical Products to develop manufacturing processes for electro-optic devices critical to the satellite constellation, working closely with design teams and production technicians to ensure high volume manufacturing.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manage new product introduction and develop production processes for Micro-E assemblies
Work with machine vendors to procure, maintain, and improve device manufacturing equipment
Design and execute DOE to optimize production processes for high volume and high reliability
Collaborate with design teams and provide design feedback to improve manufacturability and reliability of opto-electronic devices
Lead investigation on non-conforming hardware to determine root cause and implement reliability improvements
Work with factory automation teams to bring development processes to high volume production and track product outcomes
Identify trends and opportunities for optimizing product output, quality enhancements, and cost of manufacturability
Drive corrective actions and process improvements on owned processes and products
Create work instructions, SOPs, and administer training for production technicians
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, or other engineering discipline
1+ years of hands-on experience working with microelectronics assembly equipment
Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 25 Ibs. unassisted
Willing to work weekend and extended hours as needed
Preferred
Advanced technical degree
3+ years of hands-on experience with microelectronics manufacturing processes (die/wire bonding), SMT, or silicon packaging
Hands-on experience with electro-optical device manufacturing
High volume production experience (consumer goods, automotive, etc.)
Hands-on experience working in SMT processing and/or related PCBA processes from industry, research, or academic projects
Experience with MIL-STD-883, IPC-610 and JEDEC standards relative to micro-electronics
Experience with environmental testing of electronic devices
Strong desire and ability to learn quickly, adapt and innovate
Knowledge of statistical analyses and statistical process control
Experience with design of experiments (DoE) for process improvements
Experience with basic failure analysis tools and methods (shear test, pull test, X-ray, cross-section, SAM)
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to work both autonomously and as a team in a highly demanding, fast-paced environment
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
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
5 days of sick leave per year
Company shuttles are offered to employees for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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CFO
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VP Materials Engineering
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