Precision Wafer Fabrication Technician - Second Shift

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 98,654 - 133,474; Full time

Job summary

Draper is an independent, nonprofit R&D company in Cambridge, MA seeking technicians who like hands‑on work with precision tools to support national defense and space systems. This is a fast‑paced role where attention to detail matters and improvements are valued.

You will operate and maintain fabrication equipment, work with engineers to troubleshoot, and document results while keeping thorough records. A technical degree and substantial hands‑on experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires hands-on experience with fabrication equipment and cleanroom SOPs.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain records.
• Experience using basic computer tools for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Keep wafers moving through the cleanroom and run fabrication steps.
• Set up, operate, and maintain dry etch, photolithography, deposition, and wet chemistry tools.
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Assemble and test prototype hardware and document results.
• Maintain accurate records using Word/Excel.

Skills

MS Windows

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication

Education

2 Year Technical Degree

4 Year Degree

Technical Certificate(s)

15+ Years experience

Job description

Draper is an independent, nonprofit R&D company in Cambridge, MA seeking technicians who like hands‑on work with precision tools to support national defense and space systems. This is a fast‑paced role where attention to detail matters and improvements are valued.

You will operate and maintain fabrication equipment, work with engineers to troubleshoot, and document results while keeping thorough records. A technical degree and substantial hands‑on experience are preferred.