SpaceX Materials R&D Technician, Silicon Crystal Growth at SpaceX partners with engineering to develop silicon ingot and wafer fab R&D lines. Responsibilities include equipment commissioning, process development, and quality characterization.
Responsibilities
Partner with engineering to rapidly bring online state-of-the art silicon ingot and wafer fab development lines.
Drive equipment setup, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Prepare raw materials, seeds, and hot zone components for crystal growth.
Execute DOEs and process trials to inform seeding techniques, recipe optimization, thermal management, impurity control, and defect mitigation.
Perform silicon ingot and wafer characterization; ensure associated lab equipment is maintained and calibrated.
Safely handle chemicals and adhere to all EHS protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
Ensure 5S standards and cleanroom protocols are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Participate in training exercises for production silicon growth technicians, as needed.
Qualification
Experience handling flammableADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSMust be open to work all shifts
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certification.
3+ years of hands-on experience in silicon crystal growth, semiconductor, or similar manufacturing.
5+ years of hands-on work experience in silicon crystal growth manufacturing.
Experience using and maintaining silicon ingot/wafer characterization techniques and equipment, including ICP-MS, GDMS, XRT, SEM/TEM, FTIR, resistivity mapping, and minority carrier lifetime testing (PL).
Proven ability to understand and accurately follow complex manufacturing procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
Ability to identify and maintain priorities for work scope.
Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional team.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be open to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed.
