Microfabrication Specialist III

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to work with high-precision electrical products as part of our Defense Systems Assembly Group. As a Microfabrication Specialist III, you will be responsible for setting up and running wafer fabrication/micro assembly processes within a regulated clean room environment.

Main Responsibilities:

• Setup and run wafer fabrication/micro assembly processes within a regulated clean room environment.
• Monitor and evaluate wafer production results and report on anomalous findings.
• Perform wafer fabrication manufacturing tasks associated with photolithography, lift-off, thin-film deposition, wet chemical etching, and other semiconductor processes.
• Operate equipment required for wafer fabrication processes including mask aligner, plasma cleaner, furnace, PECVD, etc.
• Perform manual micro assembly processes including die mount, wire bonding, and optical bonding.
• Perform precise alignments as part of micro assembly and masking operations.
• Aid Manufacturing Engineering in root cause analysis efforts.
• Assist team members to maintain productivity and efficiency for organizational objectives.
• Record completion of work and key parameters in build documentation or electronic build record system.
• Follow all safety and EHS protocols and follow all PPE requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of manufacturing related experience: semiconductor experience preferred.
• Experience with at least one of the following fabrication methods: micro assembly, wafer processing, or window photolithography.
• Demonstrate initiative with a curiosity and aptitude to learn.
• Ability to speak up as appropriate and escalate issues as required.
• Must be able to work independently and demonstrate an extremely high level of precision and accuracy with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of flexibility and assist others as needed.
• Ability to work comfortably under a microscope and have the willingness to learn new technologies.
• Must be comfortable working with solvents and acids.
• Solid interpersonal communication skills and basic computer proficiency required.
• Experience grinding or polishing small optics is a plus.

Location and Benefits

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. We offer a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions, and a vibrant arts scene.

We provide comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages, company contributions to qualified HSA accounts, 401k retirement plan with industry-leading company contributions, three weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events, thirteen paid holidays, continuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programs, annual bonus program based on company and employee performance, company-paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance, four weeks paid Parental Leave, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

EHS/Environmental Requirements

The employee will use protective equipment to work with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 40 lbs.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires access to export-controlled information. If you are not a US Person, any offer is contingent upon the Company's ability to obtain a special license granting you access.

Employment Requirements

Employment with ARKA Group L.P. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements, including a credit check, background check, and drug screen.

$80,000 - $110,000 per year.