Thin Film Solar Sputter Engineer at E-Space

Arlington, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Solar Energy, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Materials Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
Minimum 5 years of experience with roll-to-roll or web-based processing equipment
Strong understanding of web dynamics including tension control, tracking, splicing, and substrate handling
Minimum 5 years of experience with magnetron sputter deposition techniques for thin films
Expertise in vacuum, mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems on production tools

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain roll-to-roll vacuum deposition and sputter coating systems used for thin-film production
Monitor process parameters and equipment performance to ensure optimal web tension, alignment, film uniformity, film thickness, and composition
Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on web-handling and deposition equipment
Work with the team to optimize and develop new processes
Lead process development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts in collaboration with R&D teams
Handle substrates and materials (e.g., substrates, targets) with care and precision in accordance with SOPs (instructions)
Document operational steps, process deviations, and maintenance activities in production logs and reports

Skills

Thin Film Deposition

Sputter Coating

Roll-to-Roll Processing

Web Handling

Vacuum Deposition

Process Control

Cleanroom Manufacturing

Process Optimization

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting

E-Space

Deploys satellite systems for data insights

About E-Space

E-Space focuses on deploying small, easy-to-install devices that can be tracked and connected globally. Their main product, the E-Space LEO platform, utilizes Artificial Intelligence to enhance data transmission from these devices, providing insights and automation that improve upon traditional IoT capabilities. E-Space differentiates itself by redesigning spacecraft and satellite systems to lower costs, making space technology more accessible to a wide range of clients, including governments and businesses. The company is dedicated to sustainable practices and aims to lead in the development of environmentally friendly satellite constellations, using the data from their systems to inform decisions that protect the planet. Their revenue model is based on selling satellite systems and the data services derived from them.

Toulouse, FranceHeadquarters

2021Year Founded

$48.6MTotal Funding

SEEDCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Social Impact, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Continuous learning and development

Health and wellness care options

Financial solutions for the future

Optional legal services

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Risks

European startups in space tech pose competition, challenging E-Space's market position.

Integration of 5G NTN source code may lead to intellectual property disputes.

Expansion into Bahrain may face regulatory hurdles impacting satellite IoT service deployment.

Differentiation

E-Space offers a sustainable LEO satellite network for real-time communications and IoT services.

Their AIoT platform optimizes data for actionable insights, surpassing traditional IoT capabilities.

E-Space's redesign of satellite systems significantly reduces costs, making space tech more accessible.

Upsides

Integration of 5G NTN tech enhances E-Space's satellite payloads and connectivity solutions.

Partnership with Beyon aligns with Bahrain's Vision 2030, opening Middle East markets.

Expansion into Arlington aligns with economic incentives, enhancing U.S. operational base.

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