Thin-Film Process Engineer II: Infrared Manufacturing

Leonardo DRS

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in Dallas, TX seeks a Process Engineer II (Thin Film) to develop, sustain, and improve infrared sensing material processes. You will own processes, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with manufacturing teams in a 9/80 schedule and cleanroom setting.

The role requires a Materials Engineering background with 2–5+ years of Thin Film experience, strong problem-solving, and hands-on equipment work.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or related field.
2-5+ years in Thin Film environments, SME in Thin Film tech.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

Provide process engineering support to IR materials manufacturing team (surface prep, passivation, doping across multiple deposition equipment).
Continuously improve existing manufacturing processes to optimize yield, increase capacity, and reduce cycle time.
Troubleshoot and diagnose problems and implement modifications and improvements.
Monitor and report on process yields, cycle time, and WIP/inventory levels.
Establish metrics to validate material quality at stages in the process flow.
Analyze and disposition non-conforming material or processes.
Design, develop, and document new or improved processes and equipment.
Coordinate with management and staff to progress technical activities.
Other duties as assigned