FIB/SEM Technician for Wafer Characterization

Headway Technologies; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Bonus target

Benefits

Job summary

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, California, is seeking a FIB/SEM Technician to support wafer characterization engineering using Dual Beam microscopes for TEM sample preparation. The role involves failure analysis and working on advanced microscopy across D and Dual Beam systems.

The candidate should have an associate degree in electronics/industrial tech (Bachelor’s preferred) and 2+ years of SEM/FIB experience, with strong data analysis and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics or Industrial Technology; Bachelor’s in Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics preferred.
• Two years of hands-on experience using SEM or FIB/SEM in a semiconductor setting.
• Knowledge of microscopy processes and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Sophisticated TEM lamella sample preparation.
• Supports wafer characterization and engineering processes for Dual Beam TEM sample preparation.
• Uses SEM or Dual Beam for imaging and performs failure analysis.
• Assists with trouble‑shooting microscope issues.
• Participates in process improvements and procedures updates.

Skills

Microscopy knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Time management

Prioritization

Education

Associate degree in Electronics or Industrial Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics preferred

Tools

SEM

FIB/SEM

Job description

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, California, is seeking a FIB/SEM Technician to support wafer characterization engineering using Dual Beam microscopes for TEM sample preparation. The role involves failure analysis and working on advanced microscopy across D and Dual Beam systems.

The candidate should have an associate degree in electronics/industrial tech (Bachelor’s preferred) and 2+ years of SEM/FIB experience, with strong data analysis and communication skills.