Defects & Metrology Sustaining Engineer / Principal Defects & Metrology Sustaini

Requisition ID: R10173729 Category:

Engineering

Location:

Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America

Clearance Type:

Secret

Telecommute:

No - Teleworking not available for this position

Shift:

1st Shift 12 hrs - Fri, Sat, Sun (United States of America)

Travel Required:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available:

1

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. 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. The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative

Defects & Metrology Sustaining Engineer

position located at our Linthicum, MD facility. The Advanced Technology Lab (ATL), part of Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC), located outside of Baltimore, Maryland, designs, manufactures, and tests semiconductor products. The

Defects & Metrology Sustaining Engineer

should possess some knowledge of thin film metrology, optical image review techniques, and practices. The selected candidate should have an aptitude for data analysis, technology development, and demonstrate an ability to communicate well with others and work equally well independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities include: Maintaining existing and developing new in-line metrology recipes and techniques Assisting with ongoing efforts to integrate in-line metrology into our process flows Writing and maintaining process documentation Partnering with vendors and equipment engineers to drive existing and future tools to meet foundry needs Supporting statistical process control (SPC), continuous improvement efforts, and the management and dissemination of metrology data

This position may be filled as a:

Defects & Metrology Sustaining Engineer or Principal Defects & Metrology Sustaining Engineer based on the qualifications below. Basic Qualifications for Defects & Metrology Sustaining Engineer: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or other related technical discipline with 2 years of relevant experience (0 years with a Masters) Ability to work 4th shift hours (7AM-7PM, Friday-Sunday) General understanding of metrology (such as CD SEMs, litho overlay tools, surface topology profilers, thin film thickness measurement tools) or analytical tools General understanding of defect inspection and review tools (such as dark field, bright field, and scanning electron microscopes) Basic knowledge of statistical process control 1 year experience with semiconductor fabrication Ability to work in a cleanroom setting Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance US citizenship required

Basic Qualifications for Principal Defects & Metrology Sustaining Engineer: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or other related technical discipline with 5 years of relevant experience (3 years with Masters or 0 years with PhD) Ability to work 4th shift hours (7AM-7PM, Friday-Sunday) General understanding of metrology (such as CD SEMs, litho overlay tools, surface topology profilers, thin film thickness measurement tools) or analytical tools General understanding of defect inspection and review tools (such as dark field, bright field, and scanning electron microscopes) Basic knowledge of statistical process control 1 year experience with semiconductor fabrication Ability to work in a cleanroom setting Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance US citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications: Hands-on knowledge and operation of metrology (such as CD SEMs, litho overlay tools, surface topology profilers, thin film thickness measurement tools) or analytical tools Hands-on knowledge and operation of defect inspection and review tools (such as dark field, bright field, and scanning electron microscopes) Experience in lean manufacturing practices and structured problem-solving methodology Experience working in a cleanroom setting Data analysis and visualization (JMP) Experience developing technical specifications for equipment procurement Active Secret clearance

Salary Range:

$83,300 - $124,900 Salary Range 2:

$102,400 - $153,600 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr