Akash Systems · 11 hours ago
Director of Process Development
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expAkash Systems is looking for a Director of Process Development to lead a multidisciplinary team in the invention, development, validation, testing, and transfer of novel technologies. The role involves strategic direction for process technologies, prioritizing resources, and ensuring the successful execution of multiple development programs in a fast-paced environment.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyManufacturingSatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Defining any required technical process and measurement infrastructure
Leading the team to design and run structured projects using techniques such as Design of Experiments (DOE) to drive data-informed technical decisions
Leading a team to invent, model, design, develop, and qualify advanced thermal management solutions for electronic systems
Leading the development team’s efforts in technology transfer to production
Providing strategic direction for process technologies at Akash Systems
Prioritizing resources across multiple programs
Communicating status, risks, and mitigation plans to executive leadership
Qualification
Required
BS or equivalent in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Physics or closely related field
5 years minimum relevant industry experience after completion of degree
Deep understanding of various materials properties including CVD diamond, semiconductors, metals, intermetallics, and composite materials interfaces, and reliability in advanced electronic or semiconductor systems
Experience leading the design/evaluation/validation of heat solutions for electronics such as heat sinks, heat pipes, or other structures
Strong background in leading process development, including Design of Experiments (DOE)
Hands-on experience building and operating R&D or production facilities in deep tech
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering and technician teams
Proven experience leading multiple technical projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to organize and lead teams to achieve objectives
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
2025-02-11
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