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.

PRODUCTION CONTROL SPECIALIST (STARLINK/AKOUSTIS)

Akoustis is now operating as 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 Control Specialist, you will take individual ownership or a supporting role in ownership of planning and managing work flow through the RF filter manufacturing facility in Canandaigua, NY, where we continually strive for the highest levels of quality with a focus on cost controls, cycle time, 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 sustaining multiple processes while expediting material through the fab in a high-mix environment supporting new product introductions to the production line and managing the MES and D365 systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan NPI and Production lot starts
• Create routes and recipes in MES system and manage FE D365 inputs
• Enter data collection for SPC within MES system
• Manage SPC and SL wafers
• Manage shipping wafers for the fab to OSAT’s
• Coordinate shipping requirements with program managers
• Manage wafer inventory within MES and outsource suppliers
• Train personnel on the MES system
• Manage user access to qualified tools within MES system
• Closely track high priority lots to reduce cycle time
• Review lot holds and work with management team to release holds to help improve cycle time
• Write and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and demonstrate the ability to train Production Operators and Technicians on SOPs
• Support new product introductions and sustain existing products and processes
• Identify, contain, troubleshoot, and partition quality problems associated with the area’s toolset
• Participate in cross functional teams
• Document results and present results to technical staff
• Collaborate with quality and suppliers on quality issues

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree or higher in computer science, information science, business, project management, operations management, supply chain management, logistics, or an engineering discipline AND 1+ years of experience working in one or more of the following; OR 4+ years of experience working in one or more of the following in lieu of a degree:
  • Material or production planning
  • Production scheduling
  • Technical writing
  • Operations
  • Supply chain management
  • Engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 4+ years of experience working a production planner in the manufacturing industry
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and JMP statistical software
• Solid understanding of SPC, DOE, and 8D problem solving
• Experience handling silicon wafers
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing environments involving frequent product changeovers
• Experience participating in ISO quality audits

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work in an environment requiring strict adherence to workplace safety rules, where additional PPE is required in certain circumstances

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:
Akoustis Production Technician: $22.00 - $38.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR 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.