Materials R&D Technician, Silicon Crystal Growth

SpaceX(14 days ago)

Bastrop, TXOnsiteFull TimeSenior$143,155 - $193,432 (estimated)Materials R&D

About this role

This role at SpaceX involves developing and refining silicon crystal growth processes to support manufacturing of high-quality ingots and wafers for satellite and space mission applications. The technician will work closely with engineering teams to bring new fabrication lines online, handle equipment and materials, and ensure process stability and safety.

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Required Skills

Silicon Crystal Growth
Process Development
Wafer Characterization
Equipment Troubleshooting
Chemical Handling
Cleanroom Protocols
Team Collaboration
Manufacturing
Safety Compliance
Equipment Calibration

About SpaceX

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SpaceX is an aerospace manufacturer and launch services company that designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. Founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology and ultimately enable human life on other planets, it developed the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets, the Dragon crew/cargo spacecraft, and the next‑generation Starship — with a strong emphasis on reusable boosters. SpaceX provides commercial and government launch services (including crewed ISS missions, satellite deployments and rideshares) and operates the Starlink broadband constellation. The company is known for rapid iterative development and cost‑reduction through reuse to expand access to space.

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