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The Emerging Capabilities Development group of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an independent and resourceful Weekend Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Process Engineer.

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, Silicon Carbide, Carbon Nanotubes) and providing leading edge technology development in superconducting electronics. Our devices enable several Northrop Grumman’s ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems.

Join us for the chance to work with an experienced and talented team while helping serve your country. Enjoy the opportunity to grow and learn with a variety of challenging projects in production, 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.

This is a full-time day shift position, covering at a Monday – Friday.

The Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Process Engineer will be responsible for:

All aspects of sustaining existing CVD processes for a development line including process qualifications and technician training. Interfacing with other unit process engineers, operations, and integration engineers during the design and execution of process/equipment improvement projects. Developing CVD processes for new materials. Developing new CVD processes for emerging technologies in both microelectronic and superconducting electronics. Writing and maintaining process documentation. Supporting statistical process control (SPC) and continuous improvement efforts Performs all other related duties as assigned.

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Basic Qualifications for Associate Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Process Engineer:

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or other related technical discipline with 1 years of relevant experience, or 5 years of experience will be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Must be able to work a large percentage of time working in a Class 100 cleanroom environment.
• Must be able to work the weekend shift, covering at a minimum Friday – Monday
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC).
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Basic Qualifications for Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Process Engineer:

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or other related technical discipline with 2 years of relevant experience, 0 years of experience with a MS, or 6 years of experience will be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Must be able to work a large percentage of time working in a Class 100 cleanroom environment.
• Must be able to work the weekend shift, covering at a minimum Friday – Monday
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC).
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience with semiconductor fabrication, working in a cleanroom environment.
• Hands-on experience running CVD process equipment and with process sustaining activities.
• Experience with TEOS- and silane-based dielectric deposition
• Experience with thin film characterization equipment and techniques
• Experience with Applied Materials P5000 and Centura platforms
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well with others and work independently
• Active Secret clearance.

Salary Range: $67,000 USD - $100,600 USD

Salary Range 2: $81,000 USD - $121,600 USD

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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