{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bac7ae1f72c8d2ebcaf5104d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bac7ae1f72c8d2ebcaf5104d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bac7ae1f72c8d2ebcaf5104d","title":"Semiconductor Senior Process Development Engineer","description":"Date Posted:\n2024-06-17\nCountry:\nUnited States of America\nLocation:\nMA102: Andover MA 362 Lowell Plymouth 362 Lowell Street Plymouth, Andover, MA, 01810 USA\nPosition Role Type:\nOnsite\nAt 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.\nAn exciting opportunity exists at Raytheon for a Semiconductor Process Development Engineer to join our III-V process development team working on gallium nitride-based devices and III-V focal plane array fabrication within the Advanced Microelectronics Solutions (AMS) Department. This role requires a broad understanding of microelectronics processing techniques such as deposition, etch, photolithography, metrology, and process characterization with expertise in one or more of these areas.\nAs a member of the AMS Department, the individual in this role will serve as a process development engineer to lead and execute process development efforts, assist in process sustainment, improve product yield, develop new processes and device capabilities, and assist in the creation of new technology discriminators in a III-V semiconductor wafer foundry. The chosen candidate is expected to be an innovative and creative thinker capable of probing issues and reaching solutions both independently and in a team environment. A significant portion of the role involves developing proof of concept demonstrations of novel semiconductor processes, identifying the yield and process improvement opportunities that exist, gathering sponsorship and team resources, and executing on continuous improvement activities. Presence on the foundry floor is essential for improving various processes and quick resolution of technical issues. The role requires a large degree of multitasking with attention to detail while managing priorities depending on the nature of the problems and the commitments to customers or program leads.\nWhat You Will Do\nProcessing wafers to create FETs, MMICs, and FPAs in a cleanroom environment.\nExpected to work well in small, cross-functional teams, assist in pursuing contract R&D, and assist in transitioning processes into production.\nMay manage small projects or processes within area of responsibility.\nWork autonomously with limited oversight.\nMay provide input or guidance to lower-level professionals with tasks and assignments.\nInfluences others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.\nCommunicates with parties within and outside of own department. May have responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.).\nThis 1st shift role will be 100% on-site and based in Andover, MA.\nQualifications You Must Have:\nTypically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum 5 years’ of prior work experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ of prior work experience. A PhD can account for 5 years of experience as required for this position.\nExperience in semiconductor processing techniques such as: photo lithography, dry etching, metals evaporation, and optical or scanning electron microscope inspections.\nThe ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.\nQualifications We Prefer:\nMaster’s or PhD in STEM.\nClearly and succinctly document and present process development status in a team meeting.\nExperience working in a controlled, cleanroom environment.\nExperience troubleshooting a diverse set of fabrication equipment in addition to establishing equipment qualification and preventative maintenance procedures.\nExperience with statistical process control and lean manufacturing methods (eg, Six Sigma).\nExperience related to semiconductor processing, device physics, and data analysis.\nExperience utilizing data analysis software packages (e.g. MATLAB, Python, SQL, JMP).\nCollaborate and lead and coordinate technical projects with diverse and cross-functional teams.\nExperience with characterizing, understanding, and improving semiconductor device performance and reliability.\nWhat We Offer:\nOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.\nThis position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.\nLearn More & Apply Now!\nRTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.\nWe embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.\nClearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm\nThe salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.\nHired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.\nHired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.\nThis role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.\nRTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.\nRTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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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.\nAn exciting opportunity exists at Raytheon for a Semiconductor Process Development Engineer to join our III-V process development team working on gallium nitride-based devices and III-V focal plane array fabrication within the Advanced Microelectronics Solutions (AMS) Department. This role requires a broad understanding of microelectronics processing techniques such as deposition, etch, photolithography, metrology, and process characterization with expertise in one or more of these areas.\nAs a member of the AMS Department, the individual in this role will serve as a process development engineer to lead and execute process development efforts, assist in process sustainment, improve product yield, develop new processes and device capabilities, and assist in the creation of new technology discriminators in a III-V semiconductor wafer foundry. The chosen candidate is expected to be an innovative and creative thinker capable of probing issues and reaching solutions both independently and in a team environment. A significant portion of the role involves developing proof of concept demonstrations of novel semiconductor processes, identifying the yield and process improvement opportunities that exist, gathering sponsorship and team resources, and executing on continuous improvement activities. Presence on the foundry floor is essential for improving various processes and quick resolution of technical issues. The role requires a large degree of multitasking with attention to detail while managing priorities depending on the nature of the problems and the commitments to customers or program leads.\nWhat You Will Do\nProcessing wafers to create FETs, MMICs, and FPAs in a cleanroom environment.\nExpected to work well in small, cross-functional teams, assist in pursuing contract R&D, and assist in transitioning processes into production.\nMay manage small projects or processes within area of responsibility.\nWork autonomously with limited oversight.\nMay provide input or guidance to lower-level professionals with tasks and assignments.\nInfluences others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.\nCommunicates with parties within and outside of own department. May have responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.).\nThis 1st shift role will be 100% on-site and based in Andover, MA.\nQualifications You Must Have:\nTypically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum 5 years’ of prior work experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ of prior work experience. A PhD can account for 5 years of experience as required for this position.\nExperience in semiconductor processing techniques such as: photo lithography, dry etching, metals evaporation, and optical or scanning electron microscope inspections.\nThe ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.\nQualifications We Prefer:\nMaster’s or PhD in STEM.\nClearly and succinctly document and present process development status in a team meeting.\nExperience working in a controlled, cleanroom environment.\nExperience troubleshooting a diverse set of fabrication equipment in addition to establishing equipment qualification and preventative maintenance procedures.\nExperience with statistical process control and lean manufacturing methods (eg, Six Sigma).\nExperience related to semiconductor processing, device physics, and data analysis.\nExperience utilizing data analysis software packages (e.g. MATLAB, Python, SQL, JMP).\nCollaborate and lead and coordinate technical projects with diverse and cross-functional teams.\nExperience with characterizing, understanding, and improving semiconductor device performance and reliability.\nWhat We Offer:\nOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.\nThis position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.\nLearn More & Apply Now!\nRTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.\nWe embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.\nClearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm\nThe salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.\nHired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.\nHired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.\nThis role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.\nRTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. 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