National Security Agency · 5 hours ago
Microelectronics Engineer
Fort Meade, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $193K/yr
3+ years expThe National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking talented Microelectronics Engineers to design, assemble, test, and qualify the next generation of electronics hardware. The role involves utilizing engineering knowledge and skills to support the Agency's mission through various specialized positions including Package Design Engineer, Process Engineer, and Technology Engineer.
National Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, assemble, test, analyze and qualify the next generation of electronics hardware in support of the NSA mission
Develop advanced microelectronics systems through the design of custom multichip modules (MCM), printed circuit boards (PCB), and high density redistribution layers
Conduct research including studies, experiments, and investigations on new or alternate methodologies
Enhance process design and development to support advanced assembly techniques such as Three Dimensional Interconnect (3DI) and Printed Electronics
Participate in assembly and fabrication process improvement efforts
Conduct environmental and reliability tests on microelectronics systems
Develop test plans according to industry and military specifications
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science from an accredited college or university, or a relevant professional technical field (for example, microelectronics, semiconductor, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, geology)
Specified coursework includes courses in differential and integral calculus and 5 of the following 18 areas: (a) statics or dynamics, (b) strength of materials/stress-strain relationships, (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics, (d) thermodynamics, (e) electromagnetic fields, (f) nature and properties of materials/relating particle and aggregate structure to properties, (g) solid state electronics, (h) microprocessor applications, (i) computer systems, (j) signal processing, (k) digital design, (l) systems and control theory, (m) circuits or generalized circuits, (n) communication systems, (o) power systems, (p) computer networks, (q) software development, (r) Any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, or soil mechanics
For Microelectronics Package Design Engineer: Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: developing advanced microelectronics systems through the design of integrated circuits, custom multichip modules (MCMs), printed circuit boards (PCBs), high density redistribution layers, 3D multi-layer integrated technologies, or system enclosures using electronic design automation (EDA) tools
For Microelectronics Process Engineer: Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: assembly or fabrication process improvement of advanced microelectronics systems such as integrated circuit enclosures, custom multichip modules (MCMs), printed circuit boards (PCBs), high density redistribution layers, 3D multi-layer integrated technologies, or system enclosures
For Microelectronics Technology Engineer: Relevant experience must be in one or more of the following: characterization, test, reliability, or failure root cause analysis of advanced microelectronics systems such as integrated circuits, custom multichip modules (MCMs), printed circuit boards (PCBs), high density redistribution layers, 3D multi-layer integrated technologies, or system enclosures
Full Performance: With a degree in Engineering, entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience
With a degree in either (1) Physics or Materials Science from an accredited college or university or (2) a relevant professional technical field (for example, microelectronics, semiconductor, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, geology), entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's or Doctoral degree plus 1 year of relevant experience
Senior: Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 3 years of relevant experience. An Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may also be considered
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants
NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations
All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph
Benefits
NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Company
National Security Agency
Defending Our Nation. Securing The Future.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
W. Glenn Hedrick IV
Chief Executive Officer (Battalion Commander) - 707th Military Intelligence Battalion
Ashim S Bajwa
Deputy Chief Operations Officer | Engagement Officer | Cyber Risk Management
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