RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented and motivated Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) Sustaining Process Engineer (5th Shift) to join our CMP/GRIND/LAPPING team.

The Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) - located outside of Baltimore, Maryland - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs. Northrop Grumman's ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, Silicon Carbide, Carbon Nanotubes) and providing leading edge technology development in superconducting electronics. Our devices enable several Northrop Grumman's ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems.

Join us for the chance to work with an experienced and talented team while helping serve your country. Enjoy the opportunity to grow and learn with a variety of challenging projects in production, R&D, ongoing long-term programs, and new programs targeting future military platforms.

Our multidisciplinary foundry team enables activities from development to sustainment process engineering. ATL is responsible for all aspects of semiconductor technology including design, mask making, wafer fabrication, test, and assembly. The candidate must be a strong team participant, work equally well independently, communicate well with others, be resourceful, and attentive to details. A strong understanding of semiconductor technology, metrology processes, and equipment engineering is essential.

The CMP Sustaining Process Engineer (5th Shift) will be responsible for:

• All aspects of sustaining CMP processes for semiconductor manufacturing, including process qualifications and process safety
• Interfacing with other unit process engineers and product integration engineers to develop processes to support emerging technologies
• Supporting statistical process control (SPC) and continuous improvement efforts
• Establishing standard operating procedures and engaging the operations team to ensure these are followed
• Training and certifying technicians and maintaining process documentation
• Performing all other related duties as assigned

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The 5th shift (weekend nights) is Friday-Sunday, 7PM-8AM. This Position Is Required To Be Fully On-site. This requisition maybe filled at either Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) Sustaining Process Engineer or Principal Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) Sustaining Process Engineer: Basic Qualifications for Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) Sustaining Process Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or any related STEM degree with 2 years technical related experience in semiconductor fabrication, or Master's Degree with 0 year experience.
• Must have basic understanding/knowledge of semiconductor Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) or other related semiconductor fabrication techniques
• Experience with semiconductor fabrication and working in a cleanroom environment

Basic Qualifications for Principal Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) Sustaining Process Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or any related STEM degree with 5 years technical related experience in semiconductor fabrication, Master's Degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year experience.
• Must have strong understanding/knowledge of semiconductor Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) or other related semiconductor fabrication techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) and/or polishing/grinding techniques, equipment, and practices.
• Direct experience with semiconductor fabrication, working in a cleanroom environment.
• Advanced knowledge of statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with thin film characterization equipment and techniques
• Experience in structured problem-solving methodology to troubleshoot tool and process issues.
• Data analysis and visualization (JMP and/or MiniTab).
• Active Secret clearance

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Primary Level Salary Range: $85,400.00 - $128,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.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. In addition, 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.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.PDN-a04e0659-d4ba-4c9a-b22e-587a3c9dec71