Materials Engineer, Thin Films
Core
Characterize PECVD-deposited thin films, correlate deposition conditions with material properties, and support qualification of films for in-sourced solar cell manufacturing.
Role type
IC materials engineer (thin films, solar cells)
Builds
High-efficiency, high-reliability solar cells for the Starlink satellite constellation
Domain
Aerospace / Semiconductor manufacturing / Photovoltaics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
thin-film materials knowledge, PECVD process understanding, vacuum and plasma concepts, materials characterization (spectroscopic ellipsometry, reflectance, FTIR, QSSPC/PL, SEM-EDS, XPS, four-point probe), root cause analysis (DOE, 5-why), data analysis (Python, JMP, MATLAB), first-principles problem solving
Preferred skills
Master's or PhD in materials science/chemical engineering/electrical engineering/physics, hands-on PECVD experience in semiconductor or solar manufacturing, familiarity with precursor chemistry and plasma/vacuum processing, experience in high-volume fab environments
Technologies
PECVD, spectroscopic ellipsometry, FTIR, QSSPC, PL, SEM-EDS, XPS, four-point probe, Python, JMP, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Execute materials characterization and analysis of plasma-deposited films; support DOEs and process trials; support root cause analysis for film, interface, contamination, and yield issues; help define film material requirements, specifications, and acceptance criteria; document materials results and best practices; support qualification of precursors, consumables, and film stacks; champion safety and quality in vacuum, plasma, and chemical handling activities
Seniority
Junior to Mid-level, hands-on IC
