SpaceX · 3 hours ago
Silicon Packaging Technician, Silicon Assembly (Starlink)
Bastrop, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expSpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. They are seeking a Silicon Packaging Technician to work closely with engineers and leadership on the Starlink satellite constellation project, ensuring the quality and reliability of integrated circuit packaging and assembly. The role involves operating various deposition systems and photolithography tools, while adhering to safety and cleanroom protocols.
AerospaceManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain deposition systems, including physical vapor deposition (PVD) to deposit precise thin films of metals & dielectrics as well as stripping and etching equipment
Operate photolithography tools, such as photoresist coaters, aligners, steppers, scanners, and developers, to apply uniform resist layers, align products, expose patterns, and develop images with precision accuracy
Monitor process performance using in-situ sensors and metrology equipment like 3D profilometers, ellipsometers, reflectometers, and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) to ensure film uniformity, step coverage, and contamination control
Operate dicing saws, laser dicers, and plasma etching tools to perform mechanical, laser, or plasma-based singulation on wafers and large-format panels, following & monitoring recipes
Load and unload materials into molding systems, following recipes to achieve target mold fill, void minimization, and flash control during production runs
Operate die attach equipment, including epoxy dispensers, pick-and-place bonders, and reflow stations, to place and secure dies with micron-level accuracy and controlled bond line thickness
Operate electrochemical plating tools, including copper electroplaters and seed layer systems, and stripping/etch equipment to process products according to recipes for uniform deposition and precise material removal rates
Comply with cleanroom gowning protocols (ISO), Chemical Safety Standards, & Strict Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) guidelines
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of professional experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment; OR bachelor's degree in an engineering, math or science discipline
Must be able to work all shifts & be willing to work overtime and/or weekends as needed
Must be able to dawn & wear (at all times) cleanroom attire (e.g. bouffant caps, gowns, masks, nitrile gloves, ESD footwear, bunny suits, hoods) for full shifts
Standing for long periods, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping & stretching
Must be able to lift up to 35lbs. unassisted
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
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
6+ years of practical experience in high volume semiconductor manufacturing operations
Proficiency and experience in photolithography (e.g. align, bake, coat, expose, develop), electrochemical plating, die Attach, thermal compression bonding, compression molding/overmold, wafer dicing, scribe & break, stripping/etching, plasma, reactive ion etching (RIE), thin films deposition (CVD/PVD/ALD), dry film lamination & imaging
Proficiency in data analysis and process control software for statistical process control (SPC)
Physical stamina to manage equipment in a cleanroom suit and handle sensitive substrates
Experience with metrology tools such as confocal scanning acoustic microscopy(C-SAM), 3D profilometers, stereoscopes, optical tensiometers (goniometer), X-Ray fluorescence (XRF)
Excellent manual dexterity with the ability to work with both hands under a microscope
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
2025-12-12Secondary Market
2025-09-10Secondary Market
2025-08-13Secondary Market· $10M
Leadership Team
Elon Musk
Founder, CEO & CTO
Bret Johnsen
CFO
Recent News
Oman Observer
2026-01-25
legacy.thefly.com
2026-01-23
Company data provided by crunchbase