Senior Space Solar Array Development Engineer
Core
Own R&D process development and qualification for solar panel module (SPM) fabrication, leading equipment commissioning and driving value stream mapping from prototype to high-rate production.
Role type
Senior manufacturing process engineer (photovoltaic/space-grade)
Builds
Solar panel modules (SPM) for spaceflight applications
Domain
Aerospace / Photovoltaic manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
manufacturing process development, photovoltaic/electronics assembly, equipment commissioning, value stream mapping, PFMEA development, root cause analysis, AS9100 compliance, technical mentorship
Preferred skills
vacuum lamination, polymer encapsulants, SPC, gauge R&R, EL imaging, process scaling, space-grade PV assembly, greenfield facility setup
Technologies
vacuum laminators, tab-and-string automation, EL imaging systems, solar simulators, flash testers
Responsibilities
Own process development and qualification for SPM fabrication (cell stringing, encapsulant layup, lamination, testing); Lead equipment selection, installation, and commissioning; Drive VSM and takt time analysis from prototype to high-rate production; Develop and maintain PFMEAs and control plans; Author process specifications and work instructions per AS9100; Mentor junior engineers and technicians
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC