Production Technician

Production Technician (Starlink/Akoustis)Canandaigua, NYSpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make the dream of human life on Mars a reality, while also connecting the world through Starlink.Production Technician (Starlink/Akoustis)Akoustis, a wholly owned subsidiary of SpaceX, provides 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.As an Akoustis Production Technician, you will support production processes and equipment at the state-of-the-art RF 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 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 to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and demonstrate the ability to train Production Operators on SOPsInput data and monitor SPC control charts for processes and equipment and be able to follow corrective actions when violations occurObtain qualifications to operate area equipmentEnsure safety and quality protocols are followedMultitask and cross train across multiple tool setSupport new product introductions, existing products, and processesIdentify and contain quality problems associated with the area's toolsetSupport continuous process improvements projects to enhance yield, reduce cycle time, and lower manufacturing costsSupport engineering and maintenance teams by running experimentsDocument results and summarize dataBasic Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent AND 4+ years of experience working as a production or engineering technician in the semiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industryOR associate's degree or greater in a STEM discipline AND 1+ years of experience working as a production or engineering technician in the semiconductor, electronics, or manufacturing industryPreferred Skills and Experience:4+ years of experience working as a production technician in the semiconductor/electronics manufacturing industryStrong written, verbal, and organizational communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and JMP statistical softwareHands-on experience operating semiconductor manufacturing equipmentExperience handling silicon wafers and the safe handling of chemicals.Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing environments involving frequent product changeoversExperience participating in ISO quality auditsAdditional Requirements:Work a large percentage of 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, where additional PPE 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 for the remainder of 2026)Day Shift: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday - Friday)You will transition to ONE of the shifts below (likely starting in 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 differentialD-Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday) – eligible for 15% shift differentialCompensation and Benefits:Pay range: Akoustis Production Technician: $22.00 - $38.00/hourYour 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.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 View email address on click.appcast.io.