Backside Process Engineer

Company: BAE Systems, Inc.
Location: Nashua
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us -." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Semiconductor Engineer to join the Advanced Microwave Product Center (located in Nashua, NH).In this role, you will guide the installation of state-of-the-art backside process tools including grinder and mount/demount tools and develop next-generation processes for advanced III-V MMICs. In your daily activities, you will work to sustain production processes and tools in the backside area of a III-V semiconductor wafer foundry. You will be responsible for making continuous process improvements using DOE methodologies, implementing SPC controls for yield improvement, and driving cycle time and cost reduction projects to completion. Responsibilities also include qualifying new tools for production including documentation and training/certification of operators and working with advanced engineering group on new technology development. Multi-tasking is expected in our fast-paced environment with delivery commitments to both internal and external customers. A strong background in backside processes as related to III-V materials is preferred.BAE Systems offers competitive pay, benefits, and important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. BAE also believes in a culture of recognition for the extraordinary contributions of our skilled employees.Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS in semiconductor related fields and 6+ years of work experience; or a MS in semiconductor related fields and 4+ years of work experience; or a PHD and 2+ years of work experience in semiconductor related fields
• Hands-on experience in III-V semiconductor processes
• In-depth knowledge of backside processes including thinning, mount/demount, handling and cleaning of thinned wafers.
• Ability to multi-task, functioning both as individual contributor and as team leader
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform job functions in wafer foundry clean-room environmentPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience in backside processes including process control, process improvement and new process development
  • Hands on experience with backside process tools including Disco grinder, Sharon Vacuum mounting tool, preferred related to GaAs and GaN wafers.
  • Experience to bring up new equipment for production including tool spec/selection, installation and qualification,
  • Experience with DOE, SPC, GR&R
  • Experience with JMP software
  • Experience with PROMIS softwareAbout BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems Electronic Systems is the global innovator behind game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve. 82048BR

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