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Revolutionizing space travel for humanity's future

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Key Highlights

  • Founded in 2002 by Elon Musk
  • Headquartered in Hawthorne, California
  • Developed Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets
  • Raised over $7 billion with a valuation of $137 billion

SpaceX, founded in 2002 by Elon Musk, is a leading aerospace manufacturer and space transportation company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company has developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, as well as the Dragon spacecraft, which delivers cargo to the International Space Statio...

🎁 Benefits

Employees at SpaceX enjoy competitive salaries, stock options, generous PTO policies, and comprehensive health benefits. The company also supports pro...

🌟 Culture

SpaceX fosters a culture of innovation and engineering excellence, encouraging employees to tackle ambitious projects and push the boundaries of space...

Overview

SpaceX is hiring a Wet Process Engineer for their Starlink project to develop high-efficiency solar cells for satellite technology. You'll work with advanced processes like chemical etching and PVD in Bastrop, TX.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a background in engineering with a focus on wet processes, ideally in the semiconductor or solar cell industries. Your experience includes setting up production lines and developing processes that ensure high efficiency and quality. You are familiar with various production techniques such as chemical etching, PE-CVD, and PVD, and you understand the intricacies of equipment procurement and commissioning. You thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to contribute to a team that is pushing the boundaries of technology.

Desirable

Experience with solar cell production or similar technologies is a plus. Familiarity with equipment like wafer inspection tools and gas distribution systems will help you excel in this role. You are detail-oriented and have a strong problem-solving mindset, which allows you to navigate the challenges of setting up a greenfield production plant.

What you'll do

As a Wet Process Engineer at SpaceX, you will lead the development of production processes for solar cells used in Starlink satellites. Your responsibilities will include designing and setting up the production line, from equipment procurement to layout and commissioning. You will develop recipes and processes that maximize efficiency and quality, ensuring that the solar cells meet the high standards required for space applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create a world-class production environment and mentor team members as they grow in their roles. Your work will directly impact the performance of Starlink's satellite constellation, contributing to the mission of providing reliable internet access globally.

What we offer

At SpaceX, you will be part of a mission-driven company that is at the forefront of space technology. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions will have a meaningful impact on the future of space exploration and communication. Join us in our quest to make life multi-planetary and help shape the future of humanity in space.

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