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CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
**Description**
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.
The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative **Associate Defect Metrology Engineer** or **Defect Metrology Engineer** position located at our Linthicum, MD facility.
Th Advanced Technology Lab (ATL), part of Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC), located outside of Baltimore, Maryland - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs. Northrop Grumman's ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, and Silicon Carbide) and providing leading-edge technology development in Superconducting Electronics and SLCFET. Our devices enable a number of Northrop Grumman's ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems. The **Associate Defect Metrology Engineer** or **Defect Metrology Engineer** should possess some knowledge of defect metrology, defect detection techniques and practices. The selected candidate should have an aptitude for data analysis, technology development and demonstrate an ability to communicate well with others and work equally well independently and as part of a team.
The **Associate Defect Metrology Engineer** or **Defect Metrology Engineer** will be responsible for but not limited to:
Maintaining, existing, and developing new in-line defect metrology recipes and techniques for defect inspection and review tools. Assisting with ongoing efforts to integrate in-line defect metrology into our process flows. Writing and maintaining process documentation. Partner with vendors and equipment engineers to drive existing and future tools to meet foundry and program needs. Supporting statistical process control (SPC), continuous improvement efforts, and the management and dissemination of metrology data
This position is required to be fully on-site.
This job may be filled as an **Associate Defect Metrology Engineer** or **Defect Metrology Engineer** based on the qualifications below.
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**Basic Qualifications for Associate Defect Metrology:**
+ Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related technical discipline with 0 years of relevant experience
+ Have a basic understanding of semiconductor fabrication
+ Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
+ Basic knowledge of statistical process control
+ U.S. Citizenship required.
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.
**Basic Qualifications for Defect Metrology Engineer:**
+ Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related technical discipline with 2 years of relevant experience; Master's in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related technical discipline with 0 years of relevant experience
+ Have a basic understanding of semiconductor fabrication
+ Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
+ Basic knowledge of statistical process control
+ U.S. Citizenship required.
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ 1-year experience with semiconductor fabrication
+ Hands-on experience with Si, GaAs, or other wafers
+ Recipe writing on Defect Inspection tool
+ Experience utilizing KLA, Applied Materials (AMAT) equipment
+ Ability to develop and maintain documentation on processes
+ Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance
Salary Range: $70,600.00 - $06,000.00Salary Range 2: 85,400.00 - 128,000.00
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.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

**Job Description:**
**INNOVATE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES!** At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to create disruptive new technologies and solutions on our Manufacturing Quality Engineering Team.
Our Manufacturing Quality Engineering Team is responsible for bringing life to Made in USA Hand Tools, with every manufacturing phase of our Made in USA Hand Tool products happening in-house under the watch of this team. We continue to invest in quality engineering resources to support our growing Made in USA product lines. We are pushing the limits in technology driven quality engineering, best in class testing, process improvement and inspection excellence, integrated quality systems, real-time data monitoring and predictive analytics.
Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to design and develop the biggest breakthroughs in the industry.
Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.
Year after year, our team continues to make significant breakthroughs in the industry. We're just getting started. To learn more about our story click HERE. ( and maintain relationships with engineering, suppliers, metrology lab, and customers. Review engineering drawings for conformance to ASME standards (Y14.5, Y14.41, Y14.8, and others). Aid in datum feature selection and use of geometric tolerances. Able to consider and provide options for gauging, vision, CMM, or other inspections. Support metrology needs with gaging and fixture designs - 3D CAD models and 2D drawings (Solid Works or NX). Track Metrology and Inspection Projects and Report on Status. Foster a positive, collaborative environment throughout the organization as a support function of the organization.
**You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:**
**Quality and Inspection Planning**
+ Supports Engineering New Product Development in Metrology through sample measurements and feedback, early on involvement in drawing and GD&T reviews, and early supplier measurement capability evaluations.
+ Develops inspection-gaging strategies to meet business needs for the business.
+ Able to articulate differences between datum reference frame and alignment options, best-fit to CAD, and measurement without datum reference frame to create a consensus on the best approach to meet design objectives
**Part Measurement and Part Qualification:**
+ Interprets drawings featuring Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 to identify product inspection requirements.
+ Ability to break down engineering specifications - size, position, perpendicularity, profile of a surface - to understand the sub-characteristics contributing to a reported value.
+ Aids in developing new inspection techniques as required.
+ Metrology software experience (Micro-Vu Inspec, PolyWorks, Calypso, others on occasion)
+ Proposes and develops gaging options for in-process/in-plant inspections
+ Develops inspection fixtures to ensure minimum measurement error during inspection.
**Design Assistance and Training**
+ Participates in design reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure that conformance to specifications, provides input based on instrument capabilities and limitations. Leads technical dimensional measurement planning as needed.
+ Work from written or verbal instructions, detailed engineering drawings, and 3D models to establish inspection criteria and measurement implementation.
+ Maintains adequate training in metrology disciplines to ensure capability to support team and train others as needed.
**What TOOLS you'll bring with you:**
+ College or Technical degree in a field related to Engineering or Science (Preferred)
+ 3 years CAD 3D modeling and 2D detail drawing experience.
+ 3 years minimum of experience teaching GD&T or drawing checker
+ Proficient in set-up and operation of inspection equipment (Preferred)
+ ASME Y14.5 GDTP certification (Preferred)
+ Proficient in mathematical applications- Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, etc.
+ Demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills
+ Must be willing to travel up to 20% of the time.
+ Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time
+ Excellent interpersonal & communication skills SolidWorks 2023 or NX 2024
+ Ability to investigate and learn new technologies within metrology
+ Organized and able to balance multiple projects (typically 3-5) simultaneously
+ Strong diagnostic and investigative skills - applies the scientific method to isolate and resolve challenges within metrology.
**We provide these great perks and benefits:**
+ Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
+ Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
+ Education assistance.
+ On-site grab-n-go food and coffee service.
+ And many more, check out our benefits site HERE. ( Tool is an equal opportunity employer._
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**Summary:**
The Display Optical Metrology (DOM) Team at Meta focuses on inventing new metrology and characterization methods for AR displays to move the state-of-art display and optical technologies forward for AR products, which gives people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. The DOM team is looking for an experienced Metrology Automation Engineer who will work with cross functional teams to define the requirements, lead the development, qualification and implementation of optical metrology equipment for characterizing optical modules and systems in AR products.
**Required Skills:**
Optical Metrology Engineer Responsibilities:
1. Define, design and develop optical metrology solutions including hardware engineering, test software implementation, and instrument qualification
2. Lead code development for image/data analysis and lead optimization to increase throughput
3. Following product requirements develop automated test scripts working with cross functional partners
4. Develop benchtop and production instrumentation to characterize complex optical modules and systems
5. Collect and perform statistical analysis on metrology data to correlate to performance metrics
6. Explore novel optical metrology technologies and work with suppliers on prototype development
7. Support full cycle of tester development against engineering requirement specifications
8. Establish and perform tester alignment and calibration procedures and ensure testers are performing as intended and providing accurate data
9. Up to 20% domestic and international travel is required
**Minimum Qualifications:**
Minimum Qualifications:
10. Bachelor's degree in Optical, Electrical Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
11. 2+ years of experience in test automation (instrument control, data collection and analysis) using LabView, Matlab or Python
12. In-depth knowledge of tester hardware control (e.g. driving board, camera, stage, laser controller, DMM control etc.), experience with developing drivers in Python
13. Knowledge of geometric optics, image quality metrics, optical metrology and characterization
14. Experience in statistical data analysis using Minitab or JMP
15. Experience with cross functional communication and program updates
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Preferred Qualifications:
16. Ph.D. in Computer Sciences, Optics or equivalent engineering discipline
17. Familiarity with display or camera image quality metrics
18. Familiarity with colorimeter, spectrometer, and alignment laser/sensor
19. Experience in image processing and machine learning
20. Experience in bring-up of optical test station for mass production in consumer electronics
**Public Compensation:**
$111,000/year to $164,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
**Industry:** Internet
**Equal Opportunity:**
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
**Description**
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.
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.
The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented, motivated, and creative **Principal** **Defect Metrology Engineer** position located at our Linthicum, MD facility.
Th Advanced Technology Lab (ATL), part of Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC), located outside of Baltimore, Maryland - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production customers as well as emerging technology programs. Northrop Grumman's ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, and Silicon Carbide) and providing leading-edge technology development in Superconducting Electronics and SLCFET. Our devices enable a number of Northrop Grumman's ground-based radars, avionic radars, and space systems. The **Principal Defect Metrology Engineer** should possess some knowledge of defect metrology, defect detection techniques and practices. The selected candidate should have an aptitude for data analysis, technology development and demonstrate an ability to communicate well with others and work equally well independently and as part of a team.
The **Principal Defect Metrology Engineer** will be responsible for but not limited to:
Maintaining, existing, and developing new in-line defect metrology recipes and techniques for defect inspection and review tools. Assisting with ongoing efforts to integrate in-line defect metrology into our process flows. Writing and maintaining process documentation. Partner with vendors and equipment engineers to drive existing and future tools to meet foundry and program needs. Supporting statistical process control (SPC), continuous improvement efforts, and the management and dissemination of metrology data.
This position is required to be fully on-site.
**Basic Qualifications for Principal Defect Metrology Engineer:**
+ Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related technical discipline with 5 years of relevant experience; Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related technical discipline with 3 years of relevant experience; PhD. in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or other related technical discipline with 1 year of relevant experience.
+ General understanding of defect inspection and review tools (such as dark field, bright field, and scanning electron microscopes)
+ Basic knowledge of statistical process control
+ Knowledge of recipe creation and optimization
+ Hands on experience with Si, GaAs, or other wafers
+ Experience with semiconductor fabrication
+ Ability to work in a cleanroom setting
+ US citizenship is required
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Hands on knowledge and operation of defect inspection and review tools (such as dark field, bright field, and scanning electron microscopes)
+ Knowledge of defect inspection process
+ Experience in lean manufacturing practices and structured problem-solving methodology
+ Experience working in a cleanroom setting
+ Data analysis and visualization (JMP)
+ Ability to create and validate quality recipes for defect processes
+ Experience utilizing KLA, Applied Materials (AMAT) equipment
+ Experience with coordinating with vendors
+ Experience developing technical specifications for equipment procurement
+ Ability to develop and maintain documentation on processes
+ Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance
Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00
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.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have managed to produce the world's first single-crystal diamond wafers and are now on a mission to put a diamond behind every chip. We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably. We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi-$ expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy.

Our Materials Science & Metrology team plays a crucial role in ensuring quality, precision, and consistency of our single crystal diamond technology. We are seeking a Snr. Principal Metrology Engineer to lead metrology initiatives, develop advanced characterization techniques, and drive improvement in quality and process control. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, process engineering, and manufacturing, to establish robust measurement methodologies, improve metrology capabilities, and ensure compliance with stringent quality standards. This role requires expertise in advanced characterization techniques, failure and data analysis within a semiconductor-like environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize metrology techniques for single-crystal diamond materials and devices, including surface, structural, thermal and electrical characterization.
• Establish metrology protocols for critical backend processes (e.g. polishing, thinning, cleaning, and bonding), implement statistical process control (SPC), and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with R&D and process engineering to correlate metrology data with process variations, conduct failure analysis, and optimize process flows.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of metrology solutions into production workflows, troubleshoot measurement-related challenges and interface with equipment vendors.
• Develop automated data analysis pipelines to enhance efficiency and accuracy in measurement reporting.

Requirements

• PhD or MS in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field with 5+ years (PhD) / 8+ years (MS) of experience in semiconductor, advanced materials, metrology, or failure analysis.
• Experience in advanced characterization techniques such as AFM, WLI, AOI, SEM and/or thermal and electrical characterization (TDTR, FDTR, LFA, EBD, etc.) including tool qualification, calibration, and maintenance.
• Proficient in statistical data analysis, SPC, and software tools such as JMP, Python or MATLAB.
• Familiarity with semiconductor backend processes (e.g. CMP, dicing, bonding) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and strong problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

140,000 - 195,000 a year

Diamond Foundry believes in supporting our employees from the workplace to their personal and home life. We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Perks include employee discounts to VRAI. All benefits offered are available starting your first day.

Diamond Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

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Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have managed to produce the world's first single-crystal diamond wafers and are now on a mission to put a diamond behind every chip. We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably. We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi-$ expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy.

Our Materials Science & Metrology team plays a crucial role in ensuring quality, precision, and consistency of our single crystal diamond technology. We are seeking a Snr. Principal Metrology Engineer to lead metrology initiatives, develop advanced characterization techniques, and drive improvement in quality and process control. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, process engineering, and manufacturing, to establish robust measurement methodologies, improve metrology capabilities, and ensure compliance with stringent quality standards. This role requires expertise in advanced characterization techniques, failure and data analysis within a semiconductor-like environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize metrology techniques for single-crystal diamond materials and devices, including surface, structural, thermal and electrical characterization.
• Establish metrology protocols for critical backend processes (e.g. polishing, thinning, cleaning, and bonding), implement statistical process control (SPC), and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with R&D and process engineering to correlate metrology data with process variations, conduct failure analysis, and optimize process flows.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of metrology solutions into production workflows, troubleshoot measurement-related challenges and interface with equipment vendors.
• Develop automated data analysis pipelines to enhance efficiency and accuracy in measurement reporting.
  
  

Requirements

• PhD or MS in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field with 5+ years (PhD) / 8+ years (MS) of experiences in semiconductor, advanced materials, metrology, or failure analysis.
• Experience in advanced characterization techniques such as AFM, WLI, AOI, SEM and/or thermal and electrical characterization (TDTR, FDTR, LFA, EBD, etc.) including tool qualification, calibration, and maintenance.
• Proficient in statistical data analysis, SPC, and software tools such as JMP, Python or MATLAB.
• Familiarity with semiconductor backend processes (e.g. CMP, dicing, bonding) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and strong problem solving skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
  
  

140,000 - 195,000 a year

Diamond Foundry believes in supporting our employees from the workplace to their personal and home life. We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Perks include employee discounts to VRAI. All benefits offered are available starting your first day.

Diamond Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Diamond Foundry Inc. is committed to operating in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our manufacturing and engineering departments adhere to the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance. Additionally, these departments may have specific physical requirements to ensure the safety and efficiency of our operations. We prioritize the well-being of our employees and strive to create a work environment that promotes both legal compliance and the optimal functioning of our manufacturing and engineering processes.

Manufacturing and Engineering Departments Physical Requirements:

• Use appropriate PPE and follow all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• This position will often: Sit, stand for long periods, walk, grasp, reach with hands and arms, lift below and above shoulders, bend, twist at the waist, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, see, use fine finger manipulation, and complete repetitive motions.
• Some tasks may require the use of ladders or stairs
• Some tasks may require driving or the use of foot controls
• Lift/carry and push/pull up to 50 pound
  
  

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.

Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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• Seniority level Director

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• Employment type Full-time

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• Job function Management and Manufacturing
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Diamond Foundry Inc. is solving the thermal limitation at the foundation of today's most exciting tech industries -- AI & cloud compute, electric-car power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless. We have managed to produce the world's first single-crystal diamond wafers and are now on a mission to put a diamond behind every chip. We are the rare unicorn that has grown fast and profitably. We received $515m in funding and are executing a multi-$ expansion plan for one of the greenest forms of tech manufacturing: converting greenhouse gas into diamond wafers using zero-emission energy.

Our Materials Science & Metrology team plays a crucial role in ensuring quality, precision, and consistency of our single crystal diamond technology. We are seeking a Snr. Principal Metrology Engineer to lead metrology initiatives, develop advanced characterization techniques, and drive improvement in quality and process control. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, process engineering, and manufacturing, to establish robust measurement methodologies, improve metrology capabilities, and ensure compliance with stringent quality standards. This role requires expertise in advanced characterization techniques, failure and data analysis within a semiconductor-like environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize metrology techniques for single-crystal diamond materials and devices, including surface, structural, thermal and electrical characterization.
• Establish metrology protocols for critical backend processes (e.g. polishing, thinning, cleaning, and bonding), implement statistical process control (SPC), and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with R&D and process engineering to correlate metrology data with process variations, conduct failure analysis, and optimize process flows.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of metrology solutions into production workflows, troubleshoot measurement-related challenges and interface with equipment vendors.
• Develop automated data analysis pipelines to enhance efficiency and accuracy in measurement reporting.

Requirements

• PhD or MS in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field with 5+ years (PhD) / 8+ years (MS) of experience in semiconductor, advanced materials, metrology, or failure analysis.
• Experience in advanced characterization techniques such as AFM, WLI, AOI, SEM and/or thermal and electrical characterization (TDTR, FDTR, LFA, EBD, etc.) including tool qualification, calibration, and maintenance.
• Proficient in statistical data analysis, SPC, and software tools such as JMP, Python or MATLAB.
• Familiarity with semiconductor backend processes (e.g. CMP, dicing, bonding) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and strong problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

140,000 - 195,000 a year

Diamond Foundry believes in supporting our employees from the workplace to their personal and home life. We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Perks include employee discounts to VRAI. All benefits offered are available starting your first day.

Diamond Foundry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

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**What You Will Do**
The Prototype Fabrication (PF) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory provides decades of experience and expertise in machining, fabrication and precision dimensional inspection of critical hardware needed to support the nation's stockpile stewardship efforts.
The successful applicant will join the Prototype Fabrication Applied Metrology group (PF-AM), joining a dedicated staff of engineers, programmers, journeyman machinists, dimensional inspectors, and quality assurance professionals to ensure manufactured components meet drawing standards and requirements.
Our team is committed to a respectful and safe workplace for everyone.
The selected candidate will:
- Participate in design for manufacturability reviews to ensure dimensional inspection requirements are understood and achievable.
- Validate, interpret, statistically analyze, and communicate high fidelity inspection data to customers.
- Identify the need of inspection fixtures and facilitate the design, creation, and assembly of the fixture.
- Develop inspection processes.
- Research new inspection techniques and platforms applicable to meet customer needs.
- Lead models-based inspection in support of NNSA's Models-Based Enterprise Initiative.
**This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 1/2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.**
**R&D Engineer 1 ($94,500 - $54,600)**
**R&D Engineer 2 ( 104,100 - 172,200)**
**Minimum Job Requirements:**
- Working knowledge of implementation and compliance with Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Maintenance, Conduct of Operations, Quality and Safety Management programs.
- Knowledge of the manufacturing industry.
- Demonstrated experience designing, planning, and executing projects.
- Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), sufficient to provide consultation on manufacturability and dimensional inspection capabilities for a product in the design phase, as well as conceptual prototypes.
- Strong writing ability and verbal communication skills required to independently prepare and present data and reports to peers, senior colleagues, management, and customers.
- Effective time management skills required to manage multiple tasks with varying priorities and deadlines.
- Working knowledge of Open Setup Metrology techniques such as: Optical Comparator, Height Gauge, Micrometers, Indicators, Hard Gauges, Surface Roughness, Gauge Block/Pins, etc.
**In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:**
- Experience with ultra-high precision Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
- Hands-on experience programming, error mapping, calibrating, and/or repairing CMMs to sub-micron uncertainties.
- Demonstrated experience designing, planning, and executing projects associated with dimensional inspection (e.g. CMMs, optical measurement techniques, surface analyzers, and open setup)
**Education/Experience (Level 1):**
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation.
**Education/Experience (Level 2):**
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
**Desired Qualifications:**
- Working knowledge of various metrology software and/or post processing packages. Quindos experience is highly desired. (e.g. Quindos, Calypso, PC-DMIS, and/or Polyworks).
- Working knowledge of collecting ISO 10360 calibration data, observing trends required for equipment monitoring and preventative maintenance.
- Knowledge of creating and correcting CMM error maps.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing software. Creo and SolidWorks experience is highly desired. (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, NX, Catia, Inventor, etc.)
- The technical ability to directly assist dimensional inspectors in troubleshooting a part program or equipment failure in the event of a problem.
**Note to Applicants:**
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
To apply, please provide a comprehensive resume that outlines how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications listed above. Cover Letters are highly encouraged.
Questions? Please contact LANL Recruiter **Sarita Montano** at ** **
**Work Location:** The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
**Position commitment:** Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
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**Where You Will Work**
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
**Additional Details**
**Directive 206.2** - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 ( . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
**Clearance: Q** (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 ( for additional information.
**New-Employment Drug Test:** The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
**Regular position:** Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
**Internal Applicants:** Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 ( for applicant eligibility requirements.
**Equal Opportunity:** Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to or call ( opt. 3.

Job Title: Process and Metrology EngineerJob Description
As a Process and Metrology Engineer, you will play a key role in the operation of our demo lab, where we collaborate with customers to showcase our next-generation electron beam lithography systems and explore new application areas. This is a hands-on role focused on operating and optimizing semiconductor process equipment-particularly lithography tools-and performing advanced analysis using electron microscopy techniques such as SEM, TEM, and FIB.
Responsibilities
+ Operate and optimize semiconductor process equipment, particularly lithography tools.
+ Perform advanced analysis using electron microscopy techniques such as SEM, TEM, and FIB.
+ Work cross-functionally with internal teams to execute critical process experiments and wafer measurements.
+ Engage with vendors and customers to support system demonstrations and capability evaluations.
Essential Skills
+ Hands-on experience operating semiconductor process equipment, especially lithography tools.
+ Experience using optical and/or electron microscopes (SEM, TEM, FIB).
+ Comfortable with optimizing wafer fabrication processes and statistical methods such as DOE and SPC.
+ Experience working in a cleanroom environment, handling wet chemicals, and wafers.
+ Experience maintaining and troubleshooting lab hardware, or installing new equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Comfortable working on new equipment without well-established procedures.
+ Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Work Environment
This role is based in a dynamic startup environment with approximately 50 employees. It is a 100% onsite position, working primarily in cleanroom facilities alongside advanced semiconductor process lithography and metrology equipment.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $9000.00 - $16000.00/yr.
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k,
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2025.
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