Photolithography Process Engineer

Lockheed Martin • Goleta, CA

122d • $113,900 - $200,905

About The Position

You will be a Photolithography Process Engineer at our Lockheed Martin Santa Barbara Focalplane site in Goleta, CA. We are seeking a Photolithography Subject Matter Expert to join our team and provide technical expertise and leadership in photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing. As the SME for Photolithography, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and leadership in the development, implementation, and optimization of photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing. This will include expertise in areas such as lithography process development and optimization, lithography equipment operation and maintenance, photolithography process control and metrology, and lithography-related defect reduction and yield enhancement. The successful candidate will have a strong background in semiconductor manufacturing, with a focus on photolithography processes, and will be able to apply their technical expertise to improve yield, throughput, and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as physics, chemistry, materials science, or electrical engineering
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing
• Experience with process development, optimization, and troubleshooting, as well as equipment maintenance and repair
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance and training to junior engineers and technicians
• U.S. citizenship is required due to special access facility

Nice To Haves

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in a relevant field
• Experience with advanced photolithography techniques
• Familiarity with semiconductor industry standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and design of experiments (DOE) methodologies

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new photolithography processes and techniques to improve yield, throughput, and quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality, to ensure seamless integration of photolithography processes into overall semiconductor manufacturing
• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues related to photolithography, including equipment, process, and material issues
• Develop and maintain documentation, including process recipes, operating procedures, and technical reports
• Provide training and guidance to junior engineers and technicians on photolithography processes and equipment
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in photolithography, and apply this knowledge to improve company processes and products

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP, Education Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Paid time off, and Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree