Senior Yield and Failure Analysis Engineer

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Malibu, CA
Hybrid
133K-166K Annually
7+ Years Experience
Computer Vision • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Semiconductor
Our technologies operate in space, on aircraft, in automobiles, and in a variety of consumer products.
The Role

Essential Duties:

We are seeking a senior engineer to lead yield improvement and failure analysis for a high mix and low volume fab. The candidate should have experience in yield engineering, device failure analysis, semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, materials characterization, and data analysis. The role requires in depth understanding of at least one semiconductor process module (PHOTO, DRY ETCH, WET ETCH, METROLOGY, THIN FILM, CVD, CMP, TEST, and PACKAGING). The individual will work with integration, production, and process engineers to find root cause of device failures, implement process improvement plans, create design of experiment (DOE) using JMP, and report findings to department and program staff. 


In addition, the senior engineer will work on continuous improvement projects including setting up metrology measurement plans in manufacturing execution system (MES), implement statistical process control (SPC) and write training documents and procedures for the department. The senior engineer will work closely with MTL’s Production department to improve training implementation and to improve the arrangement of the cleanroom, in the spirit of 5S. The role requires attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communications.


Required Skills:

Cleanroom fabrication experience

Semiconductor process development

Expertise with Statistical Process Contol (SPC)

Data analysis and DOE using JMP or similar software

Semiconductor device physics


Required Education:

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a STEM related field plus 10+ years of relevant experience in semiconductor wafer processing.


Physical Requirements:

Must be willing to work in a cleanroom (up to 30%)


Special Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship.

Must have or be willing to apply for a security clearance.


Compensation:

The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + bonus + benefits.

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HQ: Malibu, CA
850 Employees
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Year Founded: 1997

What We Do

HRL's scientists and engineers are on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research, providing real-world technology solutions, and advancing the state of the art. We continue to be recognized as one of the world's premier physical science and engineering research laboratories.

Why Work With Us

Our success is the result of our collaborative team of researchers, many of whom are the leading experts in their fields. Through their insights in support for our customers, we are finding the unique opportunities in technology.

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