SkyWater Technology · 1 week ago
Defect Metrology Engineer
SkyWater Technology is a leading manufacturer of U.S. made semiconductors, essential for various modern applications. The Defect Metrology Engineer will lead and improve AOI and Metrology processes for advanced packaging technologies, focusing on driving yield improvements and ensuring quality in manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) processes for advanced packaging processes
Daily review of defects and SPC data for excursions, disposition and drive yield improvements in layout and process
Ensure metrology supports multiple fab areas with thickness and defect measurements, inspection of pillar heights and location, as well as AFM and profilometry
Coordinate with appropriate engineering areas to report die pad locations through automation in fan-out wafer level packaging applications
Investigate and drive integration changes for improved device performance and yield improvement
Work with process and tool engineers to find processing marginalities and make improvements
Routinely monitor selected in line and end of line SPC charts and defects for trends or excursions that can be addressed by integration changes
The job also requires performing other duties as assigned. Percentages of time spent on job duties are estimates and may vary for each position
Qualification
Required
BS Engineering (8 years), MS/PhD preferred (5 years)
Fab processing tools knowledge/experience and how to support defect feedback to process owners
5-8 years engineering experience
Prior Defect inspection experience
MEMS/CMOS/Packaging inspection and metrology knowledge with relevant combination of years of experience and/or advanced degree
Knowledge of DOE, SPC, and 6-sigma concepts and applications
Project Management skills and/or defined training a plus
Clear problem-solving capability, data driven, inventive solution oriented and can articulate thought processes
Can work both independently and in cross-functional teams for problem solving
US Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of or ability to obtain government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship
Benefits
401k match
Life insurance
Opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate
Medical
Dental
Mental health benefits
Vision
Legal planning
Short- and long-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
An on-site fitness facility
An on-site self-serve market
Company
SkyWater Technology
SkyWater Technology is a semiconductor engineering company that provides development services for circuits and microelectronic devices.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$345MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Defense
2026-01-26Acquired
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $30M
2023-01-04Post Ipo Debt· $130M
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