Silicon Assembly Engineer (Starlink)

SpaceX 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. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SILICON ASSEMBLY ENGINEER (STARLINK)One of the most ambitious missions that SpaceX has undertaken to date, the Starlink satellite constellation, is our solution to providing reliable internet to the entire world. In true SpaceX fashion, Starlink is taking the next step in vertical integration by bringing integrated circuit packaging and assembly in-house for development and manufacturing. You will work closely with IC packaging engineers, test engineers, equipment manufacturers, and leadership.The success of Starlink depends on the quality, reliability, cost, manufacturability, throughput, and security of the products that you deliver. If you seek a fast-paced, dynamic environment; if you thrive on solving difficult problems where resolutions have high impact; and if you love the challenge of building something from scratch, then this role will be an ideal next career step.RESPONSIBILITIES:Own, operate and maintain deposition systems, including physical vapor deposition (PVD) to deposit precise thin films of metals, dielectrics, & compound semiconductorsOwn, operate and maintain wet & dry etching processes to include developing new and optimizing existing processesDevelop and optimize deposition recipes by tuning parameters such as temperature, pressure, gas flow rates, and precursor delivery to achieve target film thickness and composition levelsMonitor 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 controlTroubleshoot equipment malfunctions, analyze process drifts, and perform root cause investigations to minimize defects and enhance deposition ratesCollaborate with process integration, lithography, and etching teams to qualify new materials and integrate deposition steps into overall device fabrication flowsDocument process data, prepare reports on key metrics (e.g., deposition rate, film resistivity, refractive index), and contribute to design of experiments (DOE) for process enhancementsAssist in tool installations, preventive maintenance, and qualification testing to support high-volume production and rapid prototypingProvide detailed documentation of procedural steps and training aides for team of production technicians and associates. Monitor adherence to protocols & provide individual remediation as necessaryBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:* Bachelor's degree in an engineering, math, or science discipline* 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment via professional work experience, project/research-based student experience, or a combination of bothPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in materials science, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field3+ years of practical experience in semiconductor deposition processes in a fabrication settingStrong knowledge of deposition methods, including ALD, PECVD, LPCVD, PVD, plasma sputtering with understanding of various thin film properties and high vacuum environmentsProficiency in data analysis and process control software (e.g., JMP, SQL) for statistical process control (SPC) and trend analysisExperience with high-k dielectrics, advanced metals (e.g., Cu, Ti, SuS), or 3D structuresBackground in R&D projects involving novel thin films, such as perovskites or graphene, and integration with factory automation systemsExperience in New Product Integration activities, First Article Verification Processes (FAIR), & scaling into High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) as part of cross-functional teamsBackground in yield optimization and automation integration (e.g., with MES systems)ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to work all shifts & be willing to work overtime and weekends as neededAble to travel up to 10% as needed for vendor engagement and Factory Acceptance TestingStanding for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretchingAbility to lift up to 35 lbs. unassistedITAR REQUIREMENTS:* 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.Create a Job AlertInterested in building your career at SpaceX? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.Create alertApply for this job* indicates a required fieldAutofill with MyGreenhouse