Facility & Line Setup: Lead the end-to-end setup of the solar manufacturing lab, including facility requirements (cleanliness, ESD, climate control), equipment installation, and workstation optimization. - Technology Transfer: Act as the primary liaison with partners to leverage external technologies to build our line. Work closely with engineering teams to master and document processes including stringing, lamination, and assembly. - Equipment Qualification: Support the procurement and commissioning of production hardware (e.g., laser cutters, laminators, solar simulators/flash testers, etc.)
Process Development: Create and maintain detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs) optimized for our specific spacecraft requirements. - Lead the transition from initial "pathfinder" builds to full-rate flight production. Identify and resolve manufacturing bottlenecks and yield issues. - Implement in-line quality controls, including Electroluminescence (EL) testing and flash testing, to ensure every module meets space-grade reliability standards. - When required, engage and evaluate tooling vendors and suppliers to secure our supply chain both domestically and internationally. ##
NPI & Scaling:
Quality & Testing:
Vendor Evaluation and Engagement:
Qualifications
5+ years in solar module manufacturing or high-precision electromechanical assembly (semiconductor, medical device, or aerospace). - B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
Deep familiarity with PV module assembly (stringing, tabbing, encapsulation, and lamination). - Demonstrated experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing line establishment
Exceptional ability to work with external partners/vendors and translate complex technical IP into internal execution. ## Nice-to-have Skills
Direct experience working with custom terrestrial solar technology or similar high-efficiency space-grade PV modules. - Experience with space-environment reliability standards (thermal cycling, vacuum bake-out, and vibration). - Knowledge of automation/robotics for solar cell handling. - Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks) for tooling and fixture design. ## Salary
The salary range for this role is $144,000 - $155,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process. ## Taking Care of Our Team
At Muon salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, full-time employees receive equity compensation as well as benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, short & long term disability and life insurance. We also offer three weeks paid vacation for new employees, along with 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time and paid parental leave. Our mission embraces the entire planet and we believe our team should too. Muon is dedicated to creating a diverse and dynamic company and workforce. We value diversity in the workplace, and that starts with our applicants. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes, and we look forward to reviewing your application! In addition, if you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. ## ITAR/EAR Requirements
This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. The Company may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.
