Title:

Research Process Fabrication Engineer

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Program Summary

At KBR, We Deliver by transforming science into new possibilities for our customers. Be part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and researchers to discover and develop new and relevant military-critical electronics to maintain our nation’s air, space, and cyber superiority.  KBR supports the Air Force Lifecycle Management Center and Air Force Research Laboratory.

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a highly motivated Research Process Fabrication Engineer.  The candidate will work on the AFRL 3D Heterogeneous Integration (HI) team to develop fabrication techniques, fabricate, and characterize devices that provide viable solutions to HI technology. One focus will be on cleanroom wafer scale processing with necessary processing capabilities including (but not limited) to photolithography, lift-off, reactive and deep reactive ion etching (RIE, DRIE), metallization (evaporation, sputtering, and/or e-beam), and electroplating.  In addition, have the ability to learn and utilize flip-chip bonding techniques. Research will also consist of optimizing existing processing techniques as well as process improvements through new materials and procedures with the overall goal being to increase performance and yield of devices made through the HI process.

Roles and Responsibilities

Develop, implement, improve, analyze, characterize, and test fabrication procedures of semiconductor materials and devices for HI technologies.Conduct analyses addressing issues such as failure, reliability, or yield improvement.Perform root cause analysis, prepare reports and provide updates/presentations to team and project leads.Develop and maintain customer documentation such as training manuals, operating instructions, and process fabrication followers.Able to perform safely in a microfabrication cleanroom and follow standard safety and operating practices.

Basic Qualifications

Education: Associate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or requires an equivalent combination of related training and experience. In Lieu of education High school diploma with 6 years’ experienceExperience with cleanroom processingExperience with in-depth analysis techniques such as Scanning Electron Microscope, Atomic Force Microscope, ellipsometry, Focus Ion Beam, and Hall measurementsExperience on projects in micro- and nano-scale electrical device fabrication areaCompetency in design of experiments (DOE) methodologyMust be a US citizen and meet Air Force Research Laboratory requirements to access Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in troubleshooting issues in complex systems.Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.Independently manage and prioritize multiple different projects.Proficiency with Word, Excel, Power Point, and KLayout.Ability to work and be part of a multidisciplinary team.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.