Director of Advanced Packaging Process Engineering

SkyWater Technology, Inc.; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 184,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyWater Technology, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineering Director in Florida to lead the Process Engineering team in optimizing manufacturing with high yields and low cost.

You will mentor leaders, collaborate with Advanced Technology Services and Advanced Packaging teams, and help develop new manufacturing processes for next-generation products. The role requires driving packaging technology from R&D to high-volume manufacturing, overseeing KPI/OKR deployment, and attracting top talent.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in semiconductor technology development and packaging.
• Experience leading process engineering teams and driving advanced packaging from R&D to HVM.
• Expert knowledge of litho, etch, deposition, CMP, and related processes.
• Experience with advanced packaging formats (FOWLP, FCBGA, SiP, RDL, 3DIC, HBM).
• Minimum 5 years of management experience and strong communication skills.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects and apply structured problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Define and refine a vision for a high-performing engineering team.
• Build and lead teams to solve complex semiconductor problems.
• Coach and develop Process Engineering leaders for capability and execution.
• Attract talent pipelines for future growth.
• Define KPI/OKR deployment to achieve enterprise objectives.
• Collaborate across functions to meet company goals.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies for root cause actions.
• Keep abreast of emerging tech trends in process control and factory automation.
• Balance priorities and work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Project management

Education

B.S./M.S. in mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering or materials science

MBA preferred

Tools

FOWLP

TSV

bonding

3DIC

RDL

Job description

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location - employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what's possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning science fiction into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. SkyWater's values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Position Summary

Our Process Engineering Director is accountable to ensure the Process Engineering Team is continuously optimizing our manufacturing processes to be highly efficient with high yields and low cost. This role is also responsible for leading and developing Process Engineering leaders and teams to strengthen capability, accountability, and execution across the organization. In addition, they will closely collaborate with the Advanced Technology Services and Advanced Packaging Development Teams to create new manufacturing processes and capabilities, enabling the next generation of exciting new products to be manufactured at SkyWater.

Responsibilities

• Define and refine a vision for the engineering team to create a purposefully driven, highly-effective team
• Build effective teams to solve complex problems
• Lead, coach, and develop Process Engineering leaders to strengthen team capability, accountability, and execution
• Attract top talent and build pipeline of high potential engineers for future growth
• Ensure effective definition and deployment of Key Performance Indices (KPI's) and Objectives and Key Results (OKR's) to ensure operational and enterprise objectives are achieved
• Ensure collaboration within operations and other business functions to achieve enterprise objectives.
• Ensure deployment and effective use of structured problem-solving methodologies to achieve effective Root Cause Corrective Action
• Stay current of emerging technology trends to ensure SkyWater is equipped with cutting edge capabilities in process control, factory automation, and process development
• Work with minimal supervision, balancing competing priorities, to serve the needs of the enterprise
• The job also requires performing other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education:

B.S. or M.S. Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or Materials Science, Physics or other relevant engineering discipline. MBA preferred.

Experience And/or Training

• Minimum of 10 years experience of semiconductor technology development, advanced packaging and/or process integration experience
• Experience in Advanced Packaging preferred
• Proven track record of driving advanced packaging technology and/or semiconductor wafer fab technology from R&D to HVM (high-volume manufacturing)
• Expert knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes(Litho, Etch, Deposition, CMP, etc) and/or advanced packaging technologies and formats (FOWLP, FCBGA, SiP, RDL, 3DIC, HBM). Direct experience with FOWLP, TSV, bonding preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience
• Experience with application of structured problem solving methodology
• Experience with Design of Experiments
• Experience with automated fault detection and control systems (FDC)
• Positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self motivated
• Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments and deliver results
• Ability to manage and execute multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities to meet business needs
• Knowledge of SPC is preferred

US Citizenship Required: This position will require the holding of, or ability to obtain, a US government security clearance.

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The annual salary range for this role is $184,400 - $276,600. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market.

SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or [e-mail].

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