Akash Systems · 23 hours ago
Director of Equipment Development
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expAkash Systems is focused on developing diamond-cooled server technology, and they are seeking a Director of Equipment Development to lead the design and optimization of specialized manufacturing equipment. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure high standards of reliability and performance in equipment systems, while also mentoring engineering teams and managing equipment development projects.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyManufacturingSatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development, optimization, maintenance, and installation of specialized manufacturing equipment
Work with process development teams to translate process specifications into robust equipment designs
Lead equipment engineering and technician teams to design and build new manufacturing systems
Oversee equipment commissioning and performance qualification
Ensure equipment meets demanding electrical, thermal, mechanical, reliability, and production requirements
Lead new equipment qualification both at Akash Systems facilities and potentially at partner or customer sites
Collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure process innovations are efficiently translated into reliable, scalable manufacturing equipment
Communicate equipment status, technical challenges, and mitigation plans to executive leadership and cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Physics or closely related field; Master's degree preferred
5 years minimum relevant industry experience after completion of degree
Deep understanding of manufacturing process equipment design, operation, and maintenance, including equipment for CVD diamond synthesis, semiconductor processing (etch and deposition of metals and dielectrics), and laser systems
Extensive hands-on experience developing, designing, and commissioning advanced manufacturing equipment systems in semiconductor, materials, or related industries
Strong background in equipment process development and optimization, including Design of Experiments (DOE) applied to equipment parameters and performance
Hands-on experience building, assembling, testing, and troubleshooting complex laboratory or production equipment in deep tech manufacturing environments
Deep expertise in equipment reliability, failure analysis, and preventive maintenance strategies for mission-critical systems
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering and technician teams in equipment development and installation
Proven experience managing multiple equipment development and integration projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Strong project management and technical communication skills, with ability to coordinate across process development, manufacturing, and operations teams
Preferred
Master's degree
Company
Akash Systems
Akash Systems is focused on developing and supplying the next generation of communications gear for space satellites.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$20.44MKey Investors
Khosla Ventures
2025-07-10Series Unknown· $2.84M
2022-07-31Series B
2020-10-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Felix Ejeckam
Co-Founder & CEO
Ty Mitchell
Founder and Managing Director
Recent News
2025-02-11
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