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BAE Systems is hiring for a Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance Technician III to work in our Nashua NH location in the MEC foundry. This is a 4 x 10hr Monday to Thursday role and full time onsite.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated technician to join our sustainment team. Responsibilities to include troubleshooting and maintenance of lithography and wet chemistry toolsets, following established procedures and best known methods. Additional responsibilities:
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on platers, solvent liftoff tools, wet benches, coater/developer track systems, steppers, metrology and related equipment.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and pneumatic issues.
- Use foundry manufacturing software to begin, record data and complete PM tasks.
- Communicate directly to supervisor, team members and other stakeholders, verbally and via email on task status, completion and/or any follow up actions required.
- Assist in install/qualification of new equipment.
- Ability to lift 30lbs, stand/kneel for extended periods and wear full cleanroom attire.
- At times the role involves working with hazardous materials and chemicals, therefore must be willing to follow safety protocols and wear PPE.
- Collaborate with engineers to improve processes and troubleshoot critical issues.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- High-school diploma/GED + 2-4 years lithography/wet chemistry or equivalent semiconductor experience
- OR Associate's degree in engineering discipline ( or related field)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Associate's Degree in electrical/mechanical discipline or equivalent work experience
- Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting using multimeters and oscilloscopes
- Understanding of chemical handling procedures and safety protocols
- Familarity with SPC and PROMIS foundry manufacturing software
Preferred Equipment knowledge:
Lithography Systems
- Canon Steppers, Ultratech Steppers
- Neutronix mask Aligners
- JEOL EBeam lithography
- SUSS microtec coater/developer track systems
- C+D SEMI track systems
- Solvent liftoff systems, SSEC, JST
- manual wet/plating benches
- RENA fluidjet
- SEMSYSCO Triton plater
- KLA P170
- Candela
- Hitachi CDSEM, ZEISS Gemini
- IVS200
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $57319 - $91710
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED plus 2–4 years of lithography, wet chemistry, or equivalent semiconductor experience
- Associate degree in engineering or a related field as an alternative to the high school and experience requirement
- Ability to work full time onsite in Nashua, New Hampshire
- Ability to lift 30 pounds, stand or kneel for extended periods, and wear full cleanroom attire
- Willingness to follow hazardous-material and chemical safety protocols and wear PPE
- Associate degree in electrical or mechanical discipline, or equivalent work experience
- Proficiency troubleshooting electrical systems using multimeters and oscilloscopes
- Understanding of chemical handling procedures and safety protocols
- Familiarity with SPC and PROMIS foundry manufacturing software
- Knowledge of semiconductor lithography, wet chemistry, plating, and metrology equipment
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.
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What We Do
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.
Why Work With Us
We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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