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 AkoustisProductionTechnician, you willsupport production processes and equipment at thestate-of-the-artRF filter manufacturing facility in Canandaigua, NY, 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 withrunningmultiple processes in a high-mix environment,identifying problems with equipment,andsupportingexperiments for process improvements and new processdevelopmentfornew 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 workingasaproductionorengineeringtechnicianinthesemiconductor, 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 (likely fortheremainderof 2026)
    
    
    
    • Day Shift: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday - Friday)
    
    
    
    
  • You will transition to ONE of the shifts below (likely startingin 2027, start/end times subject to change)
    
    
    
    • A-Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday)
    • B-Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday)
    • C-Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday) - eligible for 15% shift differential
    • D-Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday) - eligible for 15% shift differential
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

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

Your actual level and base salary will bedeterminedon 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 topurchaseadditionalstock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a401(k) retirementplan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts andperks. You may alsoaccrue3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employeesaccruepaid sick leavepursuant toCompany policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.