Associate Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors - R10233379

Summary: Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements seeking an Associate Semiconductor RF Test Engineer for their Space Park Foundry Lab in Manhattan Beach, California. The role involves maintaining and performing preventative maintenance of on-wafer test stations, supporting lab infrastructure, and assisting in the mechanical assembly and repair of semiconductor testing equipment. Responsibilities: - Maintaining and performing preventative maintenance of on-wafer test stations - Support lab infrastructure (lab coats, ESD certifications) - Building basic fixtures (designing, generating drawings, and working with machine shop), electronic components (pulser box, current limiter, RF choke), cable harnesses - Mechanical assembly of laminar flow hoods, microscopes, etc - Repairing probes - Maintaining test inventory Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in STEM with 0 years of related experience - Hands-on experience in III-V Semiconductor Processing - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze measurement data statistically - US Citizenship Required Preferred Qualifications: - Familiar with on-wafer test stations - Familiar with RF test equipment - Familiar with mechanical drawings - Familiar with soldering and assembling modules - Good understanding of electrical and mechanical fundamentals - Prior experience in a high-volume manufacturing or semiconductor test environment to help identify and improve throughput limiters - Experience with statistical process control (SPC), yield analysis, and Six Sigma tools - The ability to obtain and maintain a Clearance Required Skills: III-V Semiconductor Processing, On-wafer Test Stations, RF Test Equipment, Mechanical Drawings, Soldering, Electrical Fundamentals, Mechanical Fundamentals, High-volume Manufacturing, Semiconductor Test Environment, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Yield Analysis, Six Sigma Tools, Security Clearance Benefits: Relocation assistance may be available, Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay., Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results., Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives., Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.