Raytheon · 23 hours ago
Physical Vapor Deposition Engineer
Lompoc, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
8+ years expRaytheon is a leader in defense and aerospace, dedicated to creating a safer world. They are seeking a Physical Vapor Deposition Engineer to support fabrication operations and optimize PVD processes for cutting-edge RF devices and EO imaging systems.
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Hiring Manager
David Hartmayer
Responsibilities
Supporting fabrication operations by providing technical expertise in PVD processes for the 200mm product line
Magnetron Sputter deposition techniques
Experience with metal and dielectric thin films
Taking ownership and responsibility for maintaining/optimizing all Deposition tools (4 tools and growth)
New Tool/Process Development by researching new suppliers/technologies for improving production, quality, and throughput – drive selection / install / qualification of deposition platforms
Maintaining current processes, optimizing existing processes, and training in safe / efficient operations of the deposition process cell
Maintain statistical process controls process optimization; troubleshoot and resolve issues supporting the manufacturing process and improve process yields
In-Fab Collaboration required by working with a team of technicians and engineers in an ISO-Class 5 wafer fabrication clean room
Work with R&D teams to develop creative solutions / approaches for new devices designs and advanced packaging architectures
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
Experience in thin film deposition techniques and/or Magnetron sputtering
Preferred
Experience with sustaining existing deposition processes to meet product specifications & manufacturing process flows, maintaining operating instructions for process and equipment
Deep knowledge of vacuum systems including trouble shooting
Demonstrated ability of solving technical problems, project ownership, meeting deadlines, and multitasking
Thorough sense of process / tool ownership, drive, and dedication to continuous improvement
Experience showing ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to improve processes
Excellent verbal/written communication skills, including technical writing for summarizing data and findings, writing process and equipment specifications and work instructions
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Company
Raytheon
Raytheon, an RTX business, creates next-generation defense solutions that are smarter, faster and better than previously thought possible.
10001+ employees
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