Microelectronics Process Engineer (Optical Products)

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

12d•$105,000 - $175,000

About The Position

SpaceX is hiring a Microelectronics Process Engineer for Optical Products to develop manufacturing processes for next-generation electro-optic devices used in its Starlink satellite constellation. The role works closely with electrical and mechanical design teams, software teams, equipment vendors, and production technicians to take products from new product introduction (NPI) through high-volume manufacturing. It covers microelectronics manufacturing processes including die attach, wire bonding, automated optical inspection (AOI), and active alignment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, or another engineering discipline.
At least 1 year of hands-on experience working with microelectronics assembly equipment.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
Willingness to work weekends and extended hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

Advanced technical degree.
At least 3 years of hands-on experience with microelectronics manufacturing processes, including die or wire bonding and AOI.
Hands-on experience with electro-optical device manufacturing.
High-volume production experience, such as in consumer goods or automotive manufacturing.
Hands-on experience with SMT processing and/or related PCBA processes from industry, research, or academic projects.
Experience with MIL-STD-883, IPC-610, and JEDEC standards relevant to microelectronics.
Experience with environmental testing of electronic devices.
Strong desire and ability to learn quickly, adapt, and innovate.
Experience with CAD software.
Competency with SQL or Python.
Experience with statistical process control (SPC), DOE, and manufacturing metrics such as CPK and OEE.
Experience with basic failure analysis tools and methods, including shear testing, pull testing, X-ray, cross-sectioning, and scanning acoustic microscopy (SAM).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Manage new product introduction and develop production processes for microelectronics assemblies.
Work with machine vendors to procure, operate, and improve device manufacturing equipment.
Design and execute design of experiments (DOE) to optimize microelectronic production processes for high volume and high reliability.
Collaborate with design teams and provide feedback to improve the manufacturability and reliability of opto-electronic devices.
Lead investigations of non-conforming hardware, determine root causes, and implement reliability improvements.
Work with factory automation teams to bring development processes into high-volume production and track product outcomes.
Identify trends and opportunities to optimize product output, improve quality, and reduce manufacturing costs.
Drive corrective actions and process improvements for owned processes and products.
Create work instructions and standard operating procedures, and administer training for production technicians.

Benefits

Potential long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
Eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.
Washington State employees accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law.
Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office, Monday through Friday.