Sr. Packaging Engineer - Thermal Materials, AI Satellites (Starmind)

• Own the full lifecycle of advanced packaging through board assembly process development - including requirements capture, materials selection, prototyping, process optimization, manufacturing, and failure analysis.

• Drive system trades, requirements capture, materials selection, prototyping, manufacturing, failure analysis.

• Spearhead the development integrated thermal solutions including next generation TIMs to improve package performance.

• Own the full lifecycle of equipment specification, qualification, and ramp.

• Build supply chains for die, packages, components, consumable chemicals, and equipment for satellite compute manufacturing. Define incoming acceptance criteria for components and materials.

• Work closely with engineers from adjacent disciplines (mechanical, thermal, materials, electrical, software, test engineering, supply chain, silicon design, etc.) to deliver tightly integrated, high-performance hardware

• Challenge assumptions, question requirements, learn from your mistakes, and approach problems with an open mind

• Collaborate closely with leadership and stakeholders across all departments - including design, reliability, production, and supply chain to deliver best in class electronics.

• Manage compliance risks, ensuring safety and environmental compliance with industry standards.

• Mentor and develop engineers, providing technical guidance and project oversight.

• Bachelor's degree in materials science, mechanical engineering, or similar discipline.

• 5+ years experience in microelectronics device research or manufacturing.

• Experience in hardware, robotics, automation, or manufacturing environments

• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, or jigs for assembly or test applications

• Exposure to scripting or data analysis tools (e.g. MATLAB, JMP, or equivalent) for process data analysis or automation

• Experience working with precision assemblies, robotic systems, or automated pick-and-place equipment

• Familiarity with manufacturing process development methodologies (e.g., PFMEA, process capability studies, SPC)

• Exposure to GD&T and tolerance analysis as applied to fixture and tooling design

• Experience with or interest in production data systems, MES, or manufacturing traceability infrastructure

• Familiarity with cleanroom or controlled-environment manufacturing practices

• Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines

• Some travel may occasionally be required

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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