Who is Elve? Elve, Inc is a deep-tech startup in Davis, CA whose patented technology enables 100x faster wireless internet access in urban settings and remote locations. Elve delivers a transformative approach to the design and manufacturing of high-efficiency lightweight millimeter-wave and near-THz RF power amplifiers in large quantities. Our solutions enable the next generation of wireless connectivity well beyond 5G as well as high-resolution imaging and radar. We are looking for Production Operators to play a role in bringing our technology to market. If you are passionate about the future of RF electronics, additive manufacturing, precision assembly, microfabrication, vacuum systems, advanced materials processing, and working within a small and energetic team - we can't wait to meet you!
Job Description A Production Operator at Elve is responsible for the manufacturing and assembly of components for a Vacuum Electronics Device. This may include but is not limited to receiving and inspecting, performing various forms of cleaning, assembling, brazing, and testing the parts, sub-assemblies, and/or the finished Vacuum Electronic Device. Operators may also be asked to work on process development. Given the size of our team, and the growth we are experiencing, there are lots of opportunities to be challenged and to develop by taking on new opportunities, skills and responsibilities.
Work Environment May be a combination of the following but not limited to:
Manufacturing Environment ISO 5 - ISO 8 Cleanroom Laboratory Machine shop Warehouse Office Requirements Ability to develop, understand and/or follow procedures Detail oriented and organized Responsible Great communication Experience working with small parts / small things Willing to learn and be adaptable Experience working in a team environment Be able to multitask Self-motivated Within a commutable distance of Davis, CA To conform to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including Export Administration Regulations (EAR), to work in this role you must be one of the following: a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) ,, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about export control here . Benefits Benefits Include: Salary - $25-45/hr (based on education and/or experience) Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) Vacation A taste of the start-up life Exposure to cutting-edge technology in vacuum electronics, materials science, and additive manufacturing Engagement with experts and PhD level engineers What it's like to work at Elve We are an expanding team, on a mission to bring the next generation of high-speed wireless connectivity to a billion people worldwide. That kind of impact is not going to be achieved with incremental improvements- we are gunning for orders of magnitude advances in production capability, cost, size, and power in the mm-wave RF amplifier market. We work really hard, make sure we get good sleep, we handle conflict intentionally, and we expect great things from each other.
