Physical Vapor Deposition Engineer

RTX•Lompoc, CA

25d•Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon Vision Systems (RVS) in growing! We have an immediate opportunity for a talented, Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) Engineer with Magnetron Sputter tool experience to join our 3D Integration and Imaging Sensors group - a world leader in Advanced Packaging and Materials Research and Development. This is an opportunity to contribute to a team developing cutting-edge solutions for RF devices and EO imaging systems by leveraging 3D integration technologies and state-of-the-art materials. You will solve some of the most challenging customer demands and work in a fast-paced, highly technical environment developing and implementing leading technologies. We offer the opportunity for non-stop learning where the rewards of succeeding in this role make RVS a compelling place to grow your career.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
Experience in thin film deposition techniques and/or Magnetron sputtering

Nice To Haves

Experience with sustaining existing deposition processes to meet product specifications & manufacturing process flows, maintaining operating instructions for process and equipment
Deep knowledge of vacuum systems including trouble shooting
Demonstrated ability of solving technical problems, project ownership, meeting deadlines, and multitasking
Thorough sense of process / tool ownership, drive, and dedication to continuous improvement
Experience showing ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to improve processes
Excellent verbal/written communication skills, including technical writing for summarizing data and findings, writing process and equipment specifications and work instructions
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Responsibilities

Supporting fabrication operations by providing technical expertise in PVD processes for the 200mm product line
Magnetron Sputter deposition techniques
Experience with metal and dielectric thin films
Taking ownership and responsibility for maintaining/optimizing all Deposition tools (4 tools and growth)
New Tool/Process Development by researching new suppliers/technologies for improving production, quality, and throughput – drive selection / install / qualification of deposition platforms
Maintaining current processes, optimizing existing processes, and training in safe / efficient operations of the deposition process cell
Maintain statistical process controls process optimization; troubleshoot and resolve issues supporting the manufacturing process and improve process yields
In-Fab Collaboration required by working with a team of technicians and engineers in an ISO-Class 5 wafer fabrication clean room
Work with R&D teams to develop creative solutions / approaches for new devices designs and advanced packaging architectures