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As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager solar cell manufacturing in the United States is $99,198.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $118,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Solar Cell Manufacturing vs Production Supervisor Solar Cell Manufacturing?

AspectManager Solar Cell ManufacturingProduction Supervisor Solar Cell Manufacturing
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire manufacturing processes, manages teams, develops strategies, and ensures quality standards.Supervises daily production activities, manages operators, and ensures production targets are met.
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field, experience in solar manufacturing, leadership skills.High school diploma or technical training, experience in manufacturing, supervisory skills.
Work EnvironmentOffice and manufacturing plant, strategic planning, team management.Factory floor, direct supervision of production line staff.

The main difference between a Manager Solar Cell Manufacturing and a Production Supervisor Solar Cell Manufacturing lies in scope and responsibilities. Managers focus on strategic oversight and team leadership, while supervisors handle daily operations and direct supervision of production staff. Both roles require relevant experience, but managers typically have higher credentials and broader responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Manager Solar Cell Manufacturing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,198 per year, or $47.7 per hour.
Fluids Systems Engineer, Solar Cell Factory (Starlink)

Fluids Systems Engineer, Solar Cell Factory (Starlink)

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX • On-site

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Re-posted 4 days ago

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 145 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 61 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
FLUIDS SYSTEMS ENGINEER, SOLAR CELL FACTORY (STARLINK)
The Solar Cell team is revolutionizing power generation for space applications through advanced solar cell manufacturing. We're scaling production of high-efficiency solar cells to support sustainable energy solutions for Starlink constellations, launch vehicles, and beyond. As a Solar Cell Factory Fluids Engineer, you will design, build, and optimize fluid systems for the delivery of critical gases and chemicals in solar cell fabrication. This role requires a detail-oriented engineer passionate about safe handling of hazardous materials in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ensuring reliable supply to processes like vacuum deposition and etching while minimizing risks and maximizing efficiency in our cutting-edge solar cell factory.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design, build, and activate fluids systems for the distribution of key gases (e.g. specialty and bulk gases), chemicals (e.g., hydrofluoric acid, solvents) and exhaust systems used in solar cell processes, including tanks, pumps, heat exchangers, gas panels, valves, scrubbers, and abatement systems
  • Cradle-to-grave project ownership including requirement definition, design, justification of key decisions, equipment procurement, build coordination, commissioning and project management throughout
  • Design modular systems capable of being manufactured at scale for future solar production facilities
  • Apply fluids/mechanical engineering skills such as P&ID development, equipment sizing, detailed fluid and thermal analysis, system-level CONOP development, structural analysis, materials and component selection.
  • Perform safety/hazard assessments (ex. FMEAs, HAZOPs) to ensure appropriate hazardous system design, including emergency shutdown CONOPs, redundancy, and general compliance with hazardous material safety standards
  • Design, build, and deploy data acquisition and control systems for fluid facilities control and monitoring
  • Collaborate with process engineers to integrate fluid systems with manufacturing equipment and optimize delivery rates, purity levels, and recovery/recycling of process fluids to support high-yield production
  • Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of fluid systems, working closely with facilities operations, EHS, automation, and procurement teams to resolve issues and implement improvements
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with OSHA, EPA, ASME, NFPA, and SEMI standards for chemical and gas handling in semiconductor-like environments
  • Track system performance metrics (e.g., flow rates, contamination levels, downtime) and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, such as lean manufacturing and sustainability efforts for fluid reuse

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline
  • 1+ years of hands-on build or design experience (internship, club, and competition team experience qualifies)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Advanced degree in engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of experience in fluid systems design, particularly with gases or hazardous chemicals in manufacturing or semiconductor industries
  • 2+ years of experience in photovoltaic, semiconductor, or thin-film deposition manufacturing
  • Knowledge of safety protocols for handling pyrophoric materials (e.g., silane) and toxic gases/chemicals (e.g., phosphine, HF)
  • Knowledge of ASME B31.3, SEMI S2/S8 standards and experience with cleanroom HVAC integration for fluid systems
  • Familiarity with cleanroom fluid systems, gas cabinets, scrubbers, and wastewater neutralization for solar cell fabrication
  • Familiarity with air separation units (ASUs) for gaseous nitrogen production.
  • Certification in process safety (e.g., CSP, Six Sigma Green Belt) or hazardous materials handling
  • Proficiency in fluid dynamics software (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, Pipe-Flo) and CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for system modeling and diagramming
  • Experience with process safety management, including risk assessment and regulatory compliance
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, iterative environment and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and communicate effectively
  • Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a demanding work environment
  • Creativity to imagine and design for reliability, efficiency, and maintainability from scratch

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to travel frequently for work, potentially for extended periods of time during machine buyoffs and startup
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
  • Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical milestones

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