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Senior Dry Etch Engineer

AT HRL Laboratories
HRL Laboratories

Senior Dry Etch Engineer

Malibu, CA

General Description:
We are seeking an experienced Dry Etch Process Senior Engineer to support semiconductor-based device fabrication and process-development, oversee several Dry Etch tools, improve existing etch processes, and develop new etch recipes. You will be able to interface with technology and customers on development and optimization projects in a high mix fab that produces the world's fastest GaN transistors and MMICs as well as quantum nanoelectronics.

Essential Duties:
Work with various integration and production teams to accomplish goals.
Design and execute experiments for both process-development and process-optimization projects.
Contribute on structured failure-analysis projects.
Data analysis of experimental results.

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Maintain tool uptime proactively through tool and process SPC.
Assist with hand-on wafer processing when needed.

Required Skills:
Microfabrication process engineering experience in fluorine and chlorine dry etching (experience with Deep Si etching a plus).
Strong track record of dry etch process development, process optimization, DOE methodology, and problem solving.
In-depth knowledge and experience in essential microfabrication metrologies and data analysis.
Computer/software skills including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and JMP.

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree with 10+ years of experience, or Master's/Ph.D. with 5+ years of experience (Ph.D. preferred).

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work within a cleanroom environment wearing typical personal protective equipment.
Must be organized and able to manage multiple tasks running in parallel.

Special Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship Required

Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + bonus + benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Client-provided location(s): Malibu, CA, USA
Job ID: HRL_Labs-dcda426c-96f9-4856-86f3-12ea93ed5e16
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program