FPA Tech

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Dallas, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The FPA Tech is a Process Development and Device Fabrication Technician supporting the research and development group’s fabrication of infrared detectors. The work includes cleanroom mechanical and semiconductor processes such as HgCdTe/CdZnTe material handling, chemical handling, polishing, etching, photolithography, thickness measurement, thin-film deposition or etching, optical-microscope material inspection, and device assembly. The role is based in a Class 100 semiconductor cleanroom in Dallas, Texas, and follows a first shift 9/80 schedule. U.S. citizenship is required. The position requires an active Department of Defense security clearance or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable time after employment begins.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–2 years of equivalent technical experience in semiconductor device processing and material handling.
Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination, including the ability to handle fragile, sensitive piece-part devices with tweezers or other manual tools.
Ability to work with minimal direct supervision.
Ability to work in a cleanroom; work experience in a Class 100 cleanroom is mandatory.
Ability and willingness to learn a broad range of tool sets and processes across all cleanroom process modules.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and strong data collection, documentation, and reporting skills.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Working knowledge of computer tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and floor control systems.
U.S. citizenship.
Active DOD security clearance or ability to obtain clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling semiconductor materials, especially HgCdTe processing.
Familiarity with wafer and piece-part photolithography tools, optical microscopes, and Nanospec.
Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Execute fabrication instructions provided in travelers for semiconductor devices.
Operate wet-clean, etch, plasma, and photolithography tools for semiconductor device fabrication.
Maintain and record observed process deviations.
Work with process engineers to ensure process work instructions are accurate and followed correctly.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Company contribution to a health savings account.
Telemedicine.
Life and disability insurance.
Legal insurance.
401(k) savings plan.
Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Career-growth, professional-development, and skill-enhancement programs and activities.
Flexible work schedules through the 9/80 program.
Competitive vacation.
Health and emergency leave.
Paid parental leave.
Community service hours.