Semiconductor Process Engineer

Description

You will be a Focal Plane Array Process Engineer with our Infrared Sensors Business on site in Goleta, CA. Our team is responsible for developing and manufacturing advanced Focal Plane Arrays (FPAs), and we are looking for a talented engineer to join our team.

As a Staff FPA Process Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical and production leadership in the fabrication and execution of advanced Focal Plane Array (FPA) including wicking, plasma system, substrate thinning, dicing, Anti‑Reflection (AR) coating, and flip‑chip bonding for hybridization, a key step in the manufacturing process for imaging devices. You will play a critical role in developing and optimizing processes, procedures, tooling, and equipment to maximize yield, efficiency, and throughput.

Assignments include the definition of processing and handling equipment requirements and specifications, review of processing techniques and methods applied in the manufacture, fabrication, and evaluation of FPA devices.

• Work with development and process integration engineers to adapt new processes and techniques into the manufacturing line; define requirements for new capabilities and organize, lead, and execute FPA processing equipment capital procurement projects.
• Lead projects related to process definition, fabrication, modification, and evaluation of FPA devices and components.
• Analyze test data, identify trends and anomalies, provide feedback to drive process control and improvement initiatives; contribute to troubleshooting and failure analysis of FPAs, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including workflows, work instructions, and process control checklists, ensuring adherence to quality standards and industry protocols.

We're looking for a collaborative and innovative Focal Plane Array Process Engineer. As a key member of our Infrared Sensors Business, you will work on cutting‑edge technology and collaborate with experts. If you are a motivated, experienced engineer with a passion for process engineering and a strong background in semiconductor manufacturing, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located in Santa Barbara and requires U.S. citizenship. Additional details about the location and benefits are available on Lockheed Martin careers pages.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
• Experience in semiconductor packaging or FPA manufacturing in a cleanroom environment, with demonstrated expertise in flip‑chip hybridization techniques or related processes such as epoxy die attach/bonding, polishing, substrate removal, or AR coating.
• U.S. citizenship.

• 9+ years of industry experience or an advanced degree with 7+ years industry experience.
• Background in IR FPA packaging, specifically flip‑chip hybridization.
• Knowledge of semiconductor device physics, photodetectors, and FPAs.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Excellent engineering documentation skills and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience leading multifunctional teams.
• Ability to multi‑task, organize, and prioritize assignments independently.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC), and data analysis software (e.g., JMP, MATLAB).
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

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Expression of Interest:
By applying, you are expressing interest and may be considered for similar roles.

Onsite full‑time.

Schedule:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

Annual base salary ranges from $113,900 to $200,905 depending on location.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, Holidays.

Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Applications close in 90 days.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our employees are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.