Transitioning Military - Avionics, Electronics, Mechanics, Navy Nuclear Program

Applied Materials; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Participation in bonus and stock award programs

Opportunity for global travel

Job summary

Applied Materials is hiring a Field Service Engineer in Phoenix, Arizona. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing advanced semiconductor manufacturing systems directly at customer locations. This position requires strong problem-solving abilities, a background in electronics or mechatronics, and the flexibility to travel as needed.

The ideal candidate will engage in hands-on work with high-tech systems and equipment while ensuring customer satisfaction through clear communication. Competitive salary range is $31.00 - $42.35/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation and maintenance of precision wafer fabrication systems.
• Willingness to travel, including internationally.
• Flexibility for shifts, overtime, and on-call work.

Responsibilities

• Installation and integration of multi-million dollar semiconductor systems.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance using advanced diagnostic equipment.
• Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and safety.

Skills

Electro-mechanical problem solving

Communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Experience in Electronics Technology, Mechatronics Technology, Microelectronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeters

Advanced diagnostics software

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting‑edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: $31.00 - $42.35

Location: Boise, ID; Hillsboro, OR; Malta, NY; Phoenix, AZ

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Field Service Engineer Role

As a Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer], you serve as the direct liaison with customers, collaborating closely to install, maintain, and upgrade equipment. You'll use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems. Additionally, you'll coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service.

Transitioning Military Technicians – Field Service Engineer

You will work side‑by‑side with our customers inside their factory. You will install, maintain, and repair the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing systems in the world. During a routine work day, you may be working on systems that incorporate:

• Precision Optics
• Hydraulics
• Thermal Systems
• Lasers
• Advanced Control Software
• Pneumatic Controls
• Gas & Chemical Delivery Systems
• High Vacuum
• Computers and Networking
• High/Low Pressure Systems
• Scanning Electron Microscopes
• Robotics

Typical Job Duties

• Installation and integration of multi-million dollar precision wafer fabrication systems through customer handoff.
• Utilize advanced tools (oscilloscopes, DVMs, advanced software diagnostics, etc.) to ensure that maintenance and calibration are perfect.
• Review equipment engineering specs and provide feedback to the factory for improvements.
• Build and maintain customer satisfaction through clear, consistent communication and the sharing of collective knowledge. Consistently demonstrate safety as a value.
• Opportunity for global travel to support our customers, manufacturing and/or R&D engineering labs.

Working Conditions

• May be exposed to cramped workspace, mechanical, electrical, and/or chemical hazards. Requires attentiveness to safety precautions at all times.
• Occasionally required to work rapidly for prolonged periods. Will routinely bend, stoop, reach, or walk.
• Will be required to work overtime and/or travel on short notice, including unscheduled call‑in from home and work other shifts as needed.
• Opportunity to work compressed shifts.

Skills

• Capable of operating in high pressure and/or ambiguous situations.
• Ability to solve complex electro‑mechanical problems.
• Demonstrate creative problem solving to generate abstract solutions.
• Ability to routinely lift, pull, or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs., with or without accommodation.
• Ability to effectively use hand tools, meters, scopes, and other pertinent specialized equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience in Electronics Technology, Mechatronics Technology, Microelectronics.
• Must be willing and able to travel, including internationally.
• Flexibility to work on shifts, overtime, stand‑by, on‑call, and holidays when required.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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