Gas & Chemical Technician, Solar Cells (Starlink) - Day Shift

SpaceX•Bastrop, TX

About The Position

SpaceX is building solar cell manufacturing capacity to provide reliable, high-efficiency solar power for orbital AI platforms. The Gas & Chemical Technician manages the safe receipt, distribution, monitoring, storage, and recovery of process gases and wet chemicals used in high-volume solar cell production. The role also maintains gas and chemical handling systems, supports engineering and production teams, and follows applicable safety, quality, and environmental policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 2 years of experience in a hands-on technical position in a chemical handling environment.
Ability to stand for up to 6 hours, lift up to 25 pounds unassisted, and maneuver around equipment in a factory setting.
Ability to work in industrial environments with fumes or odors, noise, hazardous chemicals, and confined spaces.
Must be available to work one of the listed AWS shifts: A Shift, 5:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sunday–Wednesday, or B Shift, 5:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Wednesday–Saturday.
Must meet SpaceX’s ITAR eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, a refugee, an asylee, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling flammable, toxic, corrosive, or hazardous gases and chemicals, including silane, phosphine, and acids.
Knowledge of gas delivery systems, chemical distribution, abatement or scrubbers, and safety interlocks.
Experience in semiconductor, solar, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to read and understand P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation.
Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and gowning procedures.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with lock-out/tag-out, job hazard analysis, and chemical safety protocols.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and executing digital work instructions.
Demonstrated punctuality, ability to work in a high-stress environment, and flexibility to adjust priorities.

Responsibilities

Manage the safe receipt, distribution, monitoring, storage, and recovery of process gases and wet chemicals used in solar cell production.
Start up, shut down, and monitor gas cabinets, chemical delivery systems, and abatement equipment.
Identify process deviations and take corrective action, maintaining process parameters through chemical analysis, additions, and system adjustments.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate gas and chemical handling equipment while ensuring design integrity and product quality.
Work with engineering teams to develop operating procedures, provide design feedback, and support root cause analysis of issues affecting yield or uptime.
Safely handle, transport, and load hazardous chemicals and gases in accordance with safety protocols.
Collect, segregate, and manage chemical waste streams.
Track and perform preventive maintenance and calibration of gas and chemical systems.
Maintain inventory of consumables and critical spares.
Maintain 5S standards and a clean, organized work area while following safety, quality, and environmental policies.