Sr. Materials Engineer, Electronic Materials

Bastrop, TXfull time

On Site

senior

H1B: no

SpaceX Sr. Materials Engineer for Starlink at SpaceX focusing on advancing materials technologies in semiconductor device physics and fabrication. Lead development and optimization of CVD recipes, device fabrication processes, and material/process innovations for solar cells, panel-level packaging, and PCB manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and optimization of CVD recipes and device fabrication processes to boost solar cell efficiency.
Own the full lifecycle of equipment specification, validation, and process development— including device modeling, characterization of performance metrics, and materials failure analysis.
Build supply chains for wafers, gases, chemicals, and equipment for solar cell manufacturing. Define incoming acceptance criteria for materials (e.g. silicon wafers, conductive pastes).
Address material and process challenges in panel-level packaging while spearheading the development of next-generation dielectric materials to improve packaging performance and scalability.
Specify and implement in-process metrology tools for quality control. Design wafer-level test structures to evaluate material/electronic properties. Integrate simulation tools with experimental data to guide and drive targeted improvements via material or process changes.
Drive end-to-end material and process R&D programs, from concept through product implementation, to drive cost down, efficiency improvements, and reliability in electronic systems.
Collaborate closely with leadership and stakeholders across all departments—including design, reliability, production, and supply chain—to integrate materials innovations into product roadmaps and ensure accountability for operations and reliability.
Manage compliance risks related to materials and processes, ensuring safety and environmental compliance with industry standards.
Mentor and develop engineers, providing technical guidance and project oversight.

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in materials scienceADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Required

Bachelor's degree in materials science, electrical engineering, or an engineering degree.
5+ years of experience in microelectronics device research or manufacturing.

Preferred

Master’s degree or PhD in materials science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
Strong background in semiconductor device physics with extensive hands-on CVD, PVD and related device fabrication experience; preferred background in photovoltaics.
Expertise in electrical device testing methods (IV, CV, Hall effect, TLM) and optical device characterization (ellipsometry, UV-VIS-IR spectroscopy, PL, EL, QSSPC).
Proficiency in microscopy and analytical techniques (SEM/EDS, Raman, XRD, AFM, XPS, SIMS, FTIR, DMA, DSC).
Proven cross-functional leadership skills, with experience aligning diverse teams to achieve shared technology goals.
Strong communication skills for presenting to stakeholders as well as guiding and mentoring junior engineers.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.