Microelectronic Technician 1

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Semiconductor Fab Technician for its fab in Manhattan Beach, CA. The role involves operating and maintaining semiconductor processing equipment, loading wafers, and ensuring proper documentation within a cleanroom environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with 1 year of semiconductor experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and US citizenship. The position requires teamwork, safety adherence, and the ability to work varied shifts, including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year semiconductor experience.
• Strong computer and MS Office skills.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Able to work in a cleanroom and handle small components.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain semiconductor processing equipment.
• Load/unload wafers and document handling.
• Perform routine equipment startups, shutdowns, and calibrations.
• Troubleshoot process deviations or equipment issues.
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols.
• Accurately record data and maintain production logs.
• Collaborate with engineers to support process improvements.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the cleanroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Cleanroom work

Teamwork

U.S. Citizenship

Education

Associate degree or technical training in Electronics

Tools

Legacy semiconductor tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No

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.

Northrop Grumman is looking for a Semiconductor Fab Technician for their Semiconductor Fab located in Manhattan Beach, CA.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain semiconductor processing equipment (e.g., photolithography, etch, deposition, metrology, packaging).
• Load/unload wafers and ensure proper documentation and handling.
• Perform routine equipment startups, shutdowns, and calibrations.
• Assist in troubleshooting and recovering process deviations or equipment issues.
• Follow detailed work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
• Accurately record data and maintain production logs and reports.
• Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to support process improvement initiatives.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the cleanroom environment.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum 1 year experience as a semiconductor technician.
• Computer & communication skills (Microsoft Office).
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom (gowning required) and handle small, delicate components.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong team-oriented attitude.
• May require standing for long periods, lifting to 25 lbs, and working in shifts, including nights or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in FOD controlled lab environment.
• Familiarity with shop order or manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Associate degree or technical training in Electronics, or related field.
• Experience with legacy semiconductor tools, including both wet and dry processes.
• Exposure to low-volume, high-mix R&D or prototyping environments.
• Basic understanding of process flows across front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication.

Primary Level Salary Range

Primary Level Salary Range: $47,200.00 - $78,600.00 The 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.

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.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space - our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future.

Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.