Senior​/Principal Microelectronics​/Semiconductor Fabrication Technologist, Onsite

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Microelectronic/Semiconductor Technologist to join our compound semiconductor microelectronics team supporting the Heterojunction Bipolar Transistor and High Voltage Diode MESA products. We work in a highly collaborative teaming environment to develop new custom application‑specific circuits with direct, relevant impact to our national security mission. The selected candidate will perform a wide variety of microfabrication processing activities in a Class 10 compound semiconductor fabrication facility including but not limited to: metrology, photolithography, wet and dry etch, metal evaporation and electroplating, thin film deposition, wafer thinning and die singulation.

• Perform low‑variability, well‑characterized manufacturing processes required for qualified component delivery to our customers.
• Deliver on negotiated project commitments.
• Work with senior staff to develop innovative new processes to meet emerging technology needs.
• Maintain documentation and statistical process controls.
• Actively support failure analysis and root cause investigations for process and equipment excursions.
• Collaborate and team with MESA Micro Fab Operations personnel and other Sandia technical staff.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

$74,700 - $144,400

* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• Associates degree in STEM field plus (1) or more years of directly related experience or;
  • HS diploma plus four (4) years of semiconductor processing or laboratory process experience
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE L clearance

• Experience with compound semiconductor processing
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work while supporting multiple project
• Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment

The III‑V Microelectronics Department is responsible for the research and technology foundation of Group III‑V compound semiconductors within the MESA:
Microsystems Engineering, Science and Applications Center that enables the creation, development and delivery of microelectronic components addressing high‑performance, harsh‑environment communication, sensing and control problems. We work throughout the Technology Readiness Level range from TRL1 (basic principles observed and reported) to TRL6 (representative of the deliverable demonstrated in relevant environments), and partner as appropriate to assure the delivery of qualified products to our customers.

Our Department focuses on providing customers with microtechnology or microsystems integration solutions to their problems, who need a trusted partner or supplier to create and deliver on stated performance, size, weight, power and cost benefits relative to alternatives. Meeting project milestones and delivery commitments are…