Principal Repair Technician - Global Parts Solutions
About The Position
GlobalFoundries is seeking a skilled and motivated RF-Electronics repair technician to develop, implement, and support the electronic repair center (ERC) for Fab 8, in Malta, New York. This position is being developed to assist in productivity improvements for semiconductor equipment, which is accomplished by enabling higher equipment availability and a reduction in spending. This position is in the 300mm factory in Malta, New York. This is a normal schedule (5x2, Monday–Friday position), but will require flexibility across all shifts to obtain the results the fabricator requires. A successful Fab 8 Global Parts Solutions Technician is self-motivated and must work effectively in a team or individual situations; demonstrates flexibility regarding assignments, overtime, and work area.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Military Electronics Training, Trade Certification, or equivalent experience
- Min of 4 years’ experience in electronics repair, semiconductor equipment maintenance, RF systems, or equivalent technical field
- Up to 10% travel
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within a tightly coupled team
- Fluent in English Language – both written & verbal
- Strong team player with ability to work well within a global team
- Able to work in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor protocol/requirements
- Able to wear all required clean room protective clothing and equipment
- Lifting to 40 pounds / bending / twisting
- Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, Analog and digital electronics, Power electronics, Communication interfaces, Circuit schematic interpretation, Component-level troubleshooting
- Ability to perform root cause analysis and develop long-term corrective actions.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing
- Direct experience with: Advanced Energy RF Generators, MKS RF Generators, RF Matching Networks, Plasma Power Systems, Vacuum Equipment Electronics
Responsibilities
- Advanced RF and Electronics Repair
- Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and qualification of: RF Generators, RF Matching Networks, RF Power Delivery Systems, RF Power Supplies, DC Power Supplies, Printed Circuit Boards (PCBAs), Motion Controllers, Industrial Electronics Assemblies
- Conduct component-level diagnostics using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, vector/network analyzers, RF power meters, digital multimeters, and other electronic test equipment
- Perform root cause failure analysis and determine repair strategies for complex electronic assemblies
- Develop and implement new repair pipelines for RF and electronic components
- Create repair procedures, work instructions, job breakdown sheets, validation plans, and technical documentation
- Establish testing methodologies and qualification criteria to ensure repaired components meet OEM performance requirements
- Identify opportunities to reduce external repair costs through in-house repair development
- Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs
- Maintain accurate repair records, test results, technical reports, and engineering documentation
Benefits
- The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
- reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Education Level
Associate degree
