Associate Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) Process Engineer / Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) Process Engineer 4th shift

Northrop Grumman•Linthicum Heights, MD

41d•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative 4th Shift Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) Process Engineer for our Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) - located outside of Baltimore, Maryland - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs. Northrop Grumman's ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, and Silicon Carbide) and providing leading edge technology development in superconducting electronics. Our devices enable a number of Northrop Grumman's ground based radars, avionic radars, and space systems. Join us for the chance to work with an amazing, experienced, and talented team while helping serve your country. Enjoy the opportunity to grow and learn with a variety of challenging projects in R&D, ongoing long term programs, and new programs targeting future military platforms. Our multidisciplinary foundry team enables activities from development to sustainment process engineering. ATL is responsible for all aspects of semiconductor technology including design, mask making, wafer fabrication, test, and assembly. The candidate must be a strong team participant, have excellent communication skills, and be resourceful and multitalented. A strong understanding of semiconductor technology, metrology processes, and equipment engineering is essential. The 4th shift PVD Process Engineer should demonstrate an ability to communicate well with others and work equally well independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related STEM degree with 2 years related experience; Master's degree with 0 years of experience
Must have good understanding/knowledge of physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes
Direct experience with semiconductor fabrication and working in a cleanroom environment
Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, problem solving skills with ability to work with a diverse group of people including technicians, engineers and management
Must be able to work a large percentage of time in a Class 100 cleanroom environment and be able to meet all physical and PPE requirements
Must be able to work 4th shift which is Friday-Sunday, 7:00AM-7:00PM
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience in metal evaporation and/or sputtering techniques, equipment and practices
Experience in lean manufacturing practices and structured problem-solving methodology, DOEs
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC), JMP, Minitab
Active Top Secret clearance

Responsibilities

All aspects of sustaining PVD processes for semiconductor manufacturing. This includes process qualifications, technician training and certification, and process safety
Interfacing with other unit process engineers and product integration engineers to develop processes to support emerging technologies
Supporting statistical process control (SPC) and continuous improvement efforts
Establishing standard operating procedures and engaging the operations team to ensure these are followed
Training technicians and maintaining process documentation
Performing all other related duties as assigned