Northrop Grumman
Principal / Senior Principal Process Engineer
Northrop Grumman, Linthicum, Maryland, United States,
Principal / Senior Principal Process Engineer
Requisition ID:
R10171914
Location:
Linthicum, Maryland, United States of AmericaClearance Type:
SecretTelecommute:
No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be availableAt 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.
This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative
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
Process Engineer
will be responsible for but not limited to:All aspects of process development, optimization and ownership of Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP, or Photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing. This includes process qualifications, technician training and certification, and process safetyInterfacing with other unit process engineers and product integration engineers to develop processes to support emerging technologiesSupporting statistical process control (SPC) and continuous improvement effortsEstablishing standard operating procedures and engaging the operations team to ensure these are followedResponsible for the procurement and start-up of new process equipment and processesPerforms all other related duties as assigned#NGATLThis requisition may be filled as a
Principal Process Engineer
or
Senior Principal Process Engineer .Basic Qualifications for
Principal Process Engineer :Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or closely related discipline with 5 years technical related experience in semiconductor fabrication, or Master’s Degree with 3 years’ experience; PhD with 0 years experienceHave understanding/knowledge
of semiconductor Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP, Photolithography
or other related semiconductor processingAble to work independently with hands-on experience in operating tools, gathering, and analyzing dataCandidate must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, problems solving skills with ability to work with a diverse group of people including engineers, technicians, and managementMust be able to obtain and maintain a Secret ClearanceBasic Qualifications for Senior
Principal Engineer :Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or closely related discipline with 8 years technical related experience in semiconductor fabrication; Master’s degree with 6 years of experience; or PhD with 3 years of experienceHave understanding/knowledge
of semiconductor Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP, Photolithography
or other related semiconductor processingAble to work independently with hands-on experience in operating tools, gathering, and analyzing dataCandidate must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, problems solving skills with ability to work with a diverse group of people including engineers, technicians, and managementMust be able to obtain and maintain a Secret ClearancePreferred Qualifications:Process development experience in Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP,
or
PhotolithographyExperience in superconductor microelectronics will be highly desiredExperience in lean manufacturing practices and structured problem-solving methodology as well as DOEs and transition of processes to a production environmentUser of various software packages commonly found in Semiconductor Wafer Fabs – EMS Systems (FactoryWorks or alike systems), statistical analysis tools – SPACE, JMP, Minitab, etc.#NGMCFabSalary Range:
$102,400 - $153,600Salary Range 2:
$127,000 - $190,600The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.Your Privacy
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Requisition ID:
R10171914
Location:
Linthicum, Maryland, United States of AmericaClearance Type:
SecretTelecommute:
No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be availableAt 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.
This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative
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
Process Engineer
will be responsible for but not limited to:All aspects of process development, optimization and ownership of Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP, or Photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing. This includes process qualifications, technician training and certification, and process safetyInterfacing with other unit process engineers and product integration engineers to develop processes to support emerging technologiesSupporting statistical process control (SPC) and continuous improvement effortsEstablishing standard operating procedures and engaging the operations team to ensure these are followedResponsible for the procurement and start-up of new process equipment and processesPerforms all other related duties as assigned#NGATLThis requisition may be filled as a
Principal Process Engineer
or
Senior Principal Process Engineer .Basic Qualifications for
Principal Process Engineer :Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or closely related discipline with 5 years technical related experience in semiconductor fabrication, or Master’s Degree with 3 years’ experience; PhD with 0 years experienceHave understanding/knowledge
of semiconductor Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP, Photolithography
or other related semiconductor processingAble to work independently with hands-on experience in operating tools, gathering, and analyzing dataCandidate must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, problems solving skills with ability to work with a diverse group of people including engineers, technicians, and managementMust be able to obtain and maintain a Secret ClearanceBasic Qualifications for Senior
Principal Engineer :Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or closely related discipline with 8 years technical related experience in semiconductor fabrication; Master’s degree with 6 years of experience; or PhD with 3 years of experienceHave understanding/knowledge
of semiconductor Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP, Photolithography
or other related semiconductor processingAble to work independently with hands-on experience in operating tools, gathering, and analyzing dataCandidate must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, problems solving skills with ability to work with a diverse group of people including engineers, technicians, and managementMust be able to obtain and maintain a Secret ClearancePreferred Qualifications:Process development experience in Plasma Etch, PVD, CVD, WETs, CMP,
or
PhotolithographyExperience in superconductor microelectronics will be highly desiredExperience in lean manufacturing practices and structured problem-solving methodology as well as DOEs and transition of processes to a production environmentUser of various software packages commonly found in Semiconductor Wafer Fabs – EMS Systems (FactoryWorks or alike systems), statistical analysis tools – SPACE, JMP, Minitab, etc.#NGMCFabSalary Range:
$102,400 - $153,600Salary Range 2:
$127,000 - $190,600The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.Your Privacy
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