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About Us

Flux is pioneering laser communication systems powered by photonic circuits to ensure resilient tactical networks for America and her allies. In an era where traditional radio links are increasingly jammed and intercepted, our systems will deliver critical capabilities in defense of free and open society.

The Role

As a Semiconductor Process Engineer, you will join our team in the San Francisco Bay Area to develop nanophotonic devices, circuits, and systems at the frontier of optics. Working in a fast-paced environment in shared research facilities, you'll develop and maintain semiconductor processes and plant to advance our innovative laser communication components.

We are open to entry-level candidates with prior experience in semiconductor process development.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the device team to rapidly prototype photonic devices and circuits
• Develop new processes to build and improve the fabrication flow
• Organize production runs and support technicians
• Monitor processes, resolve issues, and ensure timely project delivery

What We're Looking For

• Fab is life. You love fab. You're stoked about nanopatterning and semiconductor manufacturing.
• Technical Skills

  You bring a track record of excellence in the development of semiconductor processes and devices.

  
  

• Agency & Adaptability

  You thrive in a dynamic setting where priorities can shift quickly. You do your homework. You make sound judgements about next steps and take action.

  
  

• Team Spirit

  Willingness to collaborate closely, learn from peers, and share knowledge.

  
  

• Motivation & Drive

  Eagerness to deliver in a mission-critical role

  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary & Benefits
• Salary: $85k to $145k
• Equity: 0.15% to 0.35% of fully diluted shares
• Healthcare: 75% contribution to a Kaiser Permanente silver plan plus vision and dental
• Retirement: 401(k) match up to 3% and 50% match up to 5%
• Growth & Impact

  Be part of an agile team where your contributions will directly shape next-generation defense technologies

  
  

• Mission-Driven Culture

  Work on projects that truly matter for national security and make fundamental advancements to physical technology

  
  

Join Us

Ready to push the limits of nanophotonics for national defense? Join our team.