Job Description
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Spectrolab, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, is seeking a Materials and Process Development Engineer to join our Engineering team. This position is located at our manufacturing facility in Sylmar, California.
The ideal candidate will be multi-faceted, with knowledge and experience in semiconductor materials, processes, devices, and assemblies, along with a strong background in software development with focus on automation, hardware integration, and testing of solar cell assemblies.
Your dreams go beyond Planet Earth. You are passionate, highly motivated, and excited to be on the forefront of providing innovative, affordable and enduring space and airborne products. You will be a leader in space innovation!
Position Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will vary depending on skills and qualifications, and may include, but will not be limited to, the following:
Identify, define, and implement new processes to reduce process cycle time, reduce product cost, and/or improve product performance.
Identify and execute continuous improvement ideas to reduce process cycle time, reduce product cost, and/or improve product performance.
Lead or support projects aimed at developing future solar cell assembly equipment and processes, by leveraging software/programming and hardware integration skills.
Provide engineering support for production of solar cell wafers and/or solar cell assemblies. Maintain process control using SPC tools, troubleshoot process anomalies, understand operation of process equipment, and provide timely response to manufacturing issues/needs. Interact closely with teams within the larger Operations group to achieve organizational goals.
Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top priority.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate, Experienced, Lead
This position is expected to be 100 onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, chemistry, physics, mathematics, or computer science.
1 year or more years’ experience in one or more software programming languages
1 or more years’ experience with automation and robotic applications development
Preferred Qualifications:
3 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
5 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Understanding of fundamentals of chemistry and physics
Work experience in semiconductor (III-V or Si) processing industry
Familiarity with solar cell devices and assemblies, material characterization, and analytical techniques used in failure analysis.
Experience with photolithography, thin film (metal and dielectric materials) deposition techniques, wet and dry etch processes, and high temperature annealing processes.
Familiarity with gated approach to process & product development and Aerospace industry material and qualification requirements
Experience in programming with languages such as Python, VBA, LabView, Java, MATLAB, C/C+/C++
Experience with database design/development (SQL preferred)
Experience in automated equipment programming and troubleshooting
Typical Education & Experience:
Associate:
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g., Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g., Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Experienced:
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g., Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g., PhD, Master+3 years related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Lead:
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g., Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g., PhD+4 years related work experience, Master+7 years related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range, Associate: $82,450 - $111,550
Summary pay range, Experienced: $102,000 - $138,000
Summary pay range, Lead: $124,950 - $169,050
Applications for this position will be accepted until March 21st, 2024.
Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
