Wafer Tech; Project Tech

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

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Are you the kind of person who likes working with your hands, running cool equipment, and being part of something bigger? We’re looking for technicians who know their way around precision tools and want to help build technology that supports national defense, space systems, and more. This isn’t a desk job, it’s hands‑on, fast‑paced, and your attention to detail will make a real difference.

• Keep wafers moving through the cleanroom, running fabrication steps from start to finish.
• Set up, operate, and maintain tools such as dry etch systems, photolithography tools, deposition equipment, and wet chemistry stations.
• Work with engineers to troubleshoot issues, make process improvements, and keep things running smoothly.
• Assemble and test parts for prototype hardware (mechanical and electrical).
• Keep accurate records using basic computer tools (Word, Excel).

• Solid hands‑on experience (2 years, or 2 years of tech school plus 2 years of work).
• Confidence running fabrication equipment and following SOP.
• Comfort in a cleanroom or lab environment.
• Focused, careful work habits and good communication.

Second Shift

Hours:

11 am – 7:30 pm

• With limited or no supervision, carefully document own work consistent with work unit policy in handwritten form or using common computer‑based software.
• Perform scientific experiments and/or tests with complex laboratory equipment independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel.
• Apply analytic and test experience in the execution of acceptance procedures independently or in collaboration with senior technical personnel.
• Program computer‑controlled automated and semi‑automated equipment.
• At the discretion of the supervisor, perform focused training to grow and enhance skills for betterment of the department or the laboratory as a whole.
• As needed, mentor, train or supervise more junior technicians.
• Other temporary assignments at the discretion of the supervisor.

• Proficiency with Microsoft applications (MS Windows, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Possess highly specialized skills for production for assigned work area.
• Possess a high degree of attention to detail.

Requires 2‑year technical degree + 10 years experience OR 4‑year degree + 10 years experience OR relevant technical certificate(s) + 10 years experience OR 15+ years experience.

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139‑3563

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $55.80 - $55.80 per hour. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all U.S. locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Draper supports many programs to improve work‑life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs…