Production Technician (Starlink/Akoustis)

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN(STARLINK/AKOUSTIS)

Akoustis is nowoperatingas a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX providing industry leading RF filters using patented XBAW technology to help drive the mission of making human life multi-planetary, while also connecting the world through Starlink. Our work helps further the impact that Starlink is already making on millions of users around the world, while allowing us to broaden that reach dramatically and continue connecting the unconnected here on earth.

As an Akoustis Production Technician, you will support production processes and equipment at the state-of-the-art RF filter manufacturing facility in Bastrop, TX, where we continually strive for the highest levels of quality with a focus on cost controls and production throughput. The job requires you to work independently but involves frequent interaction with Akoustis Engineers and Operations in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you are challenged with running multiple processes in a high-mix environment, identifying problems with equipment, and supporting experiments for process improvements and new process development for new product introductions and new equipment qualifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conform tostandard operating procedures (SOPs) anddemonstratethe ability to train Production Operators on SOPs
• Input data and monitorSPC control charts for processes and equipmentand be able tofollow corrective actions when violations occur
• Obtain qualifications tooperatearea equipment
• Ensure safety and quality protocols are followed
• Multitask and cross train across multiple tool set
• Support new product introductions,existing products,and processes
• Identifyandcontainquality problems associated with the area's toolset
• Supportcontinuous process improvements projects to enhance yield, reduce cycle time, and lower manufacturing costs
• Supportengineering andmaintenanceteamsby running experiments
• Documentresults and summarize data

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma orequivalentAND4+ years of experience workingasaproductionor engineering technician in the semiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industry
• ORassociate's degree or greater inaSTEMdisciplineAND1+ years of experience working as aproductionor engineering technicianinthesemiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industry

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 4+ years of experience working as aproductiontechnicianinthesemiconductor/electronics manufacturing industry
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and JMP statistical software
• Hands-on experience operating semiconductor manufacturing equipment
• Experience handling silicon wafers and the safe handling of chemicals
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing environments involving frequent product changeovers
• Experienceparticipatingin ISO quality audits

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Worka large percentageof the day in a Cleanroom with strict adherence to Class 100 level gowning protocols.
• Work in an environment requiring strict adherence to workplace safety rules, whereadditionalPPE is required in certain circumstances.
• Due to the nature of production line bring-up, the work schedule for this position will evolve over time:
  
  
  
  • You will start with normal working hours
    
    
    
    • Day Shift: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday - Friday)