Metallization Process Engineer - Solar Cells (Starlink)

SpaceX(25 days ago)

Bastrop, TXOnsiteFull TimeJunior$49,689 - $67,349 (estimated)Manufacturing Engineering

About this role

The Metallization Engineer (Solar Cells) for Starlink leads the development and scale-up of an internal solar cell production line, supporting Starlink satellites and Starship missions. The role covers greenfield plant setup through equipment procurement, plant design, commissioning, recipe and process development, and building a production team. The engineer will drive high-efficiency, low-defect, and reliable silicon cell manufacturing for space-based applications.

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Required Skills

Metallization
Process Development
Equipment Commissioning
Recipe Development
DOE
Statistical Analysis
Defect Characterization
Yield Improvement
Project Management
Machine Testing

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
Master’s Degree (Preferred)
PhD (Preferred)
U.S. Work Authorization (ITAR Eligibility)

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.