258 Semiconductor Trainee jobs in the United States

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI
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 **Semiconductor** **Process Integration Engineer (Off-Centered 2nd Shift)** or **Principal Semiconductor Process Integration Engineer (Off-Centered 2nd Shift)** position located at our Linthicum, MD facility. Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) is located just outside of Baltimore, MD - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor products for internal and commercial production as well as emerging programs. We have over 21,000 square feet of Class 100 wafer fabrication cleanroom that supports variants of Si; SiGe; GaAs; SiC.
At Northrop Grumman's Advanced Technology Lab - VARIETY describes the work that our process integration team enjoys. The process integration team at ATL has the chance to work on both production and development programs, as well as troubleshooting and process improvements. Many people on our process integration team work on more than one product/program at once and have exposure to other products as well. The semiconductor process integration group is also an integral part of the foundry process, interfacing with multiple other foundry groups on a daily basis.
**Roles and Responsibilities:**
The **Semiconductor / Principal Semiconductor Process Integration Engineer (Off-Centered 2nd shift)** will be focusing on Superconducting Electronics with opportunities to connect with multiple advanced technologies. The Process Integration Engineer must have an understanding of basic semiconductor processing, especially in Back End of Line (BEOL) process integration with knowledge in yield improvement and defect reduction. This candidate must have an aptitude for hands-on laboratory and experimental work. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. The successful candidate may also support program execution for programs within the Micro Systems Technologies portfolio.
Join us for the chance to work with an amazing, experienced, and talented team. We are expanding with new work on many development and production programs.
This requisition may be filled as either **Semiconductor Process Integration Engineer** or **Principal Semiconductor Process Integration Engineer.**
**Basic Qualifications for Semiconductor Process Integration Engineer:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Microelectronics, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or closely related technical major with 2+ years of relevant experience; Master's Degree in Engineering, Microelectronics, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or closely related technical major with 0+ years of relevant experience.
+ Must have an understanding of basic semiconductor processing, especially in Back End of Line (BEOL) process integration.
+ Must have an aptitude for hands-on laboratory and experimental work.
+ Must work Off-Center 2nd Shift - Wednesday to Saturday 2:00pm - 12:30am.
+ Experience interfacing with multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.
+ U.S. Citizenship required.
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret w/SCI clearance is required.
**Basic Qualifications for Principal Semiconductor Process Integration Engineer:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Microelectronics, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or closely related technical major with 5+ years of relevant experience; Master's Degree in Engineering, Microelectronics, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or closely related technical major with 3+ years of relevant experience; PhD. in Engineering, Microelectronics, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or closely related technical major with 1+ years of relevant experience.
+ Must have an understanding of basic semiconductor processing, especially in Back End of Line (BEOL) process integration.
+ Must have an aptitude for hands-on laboratory and experimental work.
+ Must work Off-Center 2nd Shift - Wednesday to Saturday 2:00pm - 12:30am.
+ Experience interfacing with multiple shifts in a 24/7 environment.
+ U.S. Citizenship required.
+ The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret w/SCI clearance is required.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Active TS/ SCI clearance
+ Semiconductor processing, analog and microwave electronic circuits experience
+ FEOL, BEOL, Far-BEOL semiconductor fabrication experience
+ Superconducting electronics experience
+ DC test analysis, PCM analysis, and production engineering experience
+ Knowledge of yield improvement and defect reduction utilizing automated defect inspection tools and software.
+ Experience with DOEs, JMP, and statistical analysis
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Salary Range: $85,400.00 - $28,000.00Salary Range 2: 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.

**Date Posted:**
2025-08-05
**Country:**
United States of America
**Location:**
CA746: Goleta 75 Coromar Bldg B03 75 Coromar Drive Building B03, Goleta, CA, 93117-3088 USA
**Position Role Type:**
Onsite
**U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:**
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.
**Security Clearance:**
None/Not Required
**Posting Title: Semiconductor Engineer**
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
As a Scientist or Engineer involved in the production crystalline semiconductors substrates and diodes you will focus on execution and process improvements of critical materials for Infrared Sensors at Raytheon Vision Systems, a provider of leading-edge sensing technology. We are looking for an individual who must demonstrate a safety-first work routine. A scientist/engineer who supports various projects and initiatives related to production, process engineering, capital installation and facility modifications for cost competitive, single crystal substrates or diode manufacturing. As part of a multi-functional team, you will be involved in process improvements through critical metrology data analysis, equipment specification & support, tooling and the development of meaningful, trackable process metrics.
Developing detailed knowledge of production steps associated with single crystal substrate production as well as fundamental understanding of Epitaxial Growth Processes including related metrology is essential. Examples include: chemical polishing, precision sawing, materials handling in inert environments, wet processing (clean and etch). Through metrology you will assess process variability utilizing software tools, and apply advanced mathematical methods and statistical analysis, to assure repeatability in production.
Our projects and production require to be able to work in a controlled, clean-room environment as well as a fundamental understanding of existing equipment such as precision sawing, polishing and chemical treatments. You will work in a team environment that will require detailed communication to direct technicians and to interface with colleagues collaboratively. You will be participating in production meetings in addition to engineering projects. Understanding production goals with associated urgency of schedule is equally important to research and development.
**What You Will Do**
+ Work in controlled areas, cleanrooms, laboratories etc
+ Directly work with semiconductor materials & process chemicals
+ Utilized of common metrology techniques to quantify crystalline growth.
+ Develop fundamental understanding of crystal growth and epitaxial processes
+ Develop equipment, tooling and facility drawings using common CAD software
+ Perform data and failure analysis for process yield improvements
+ Apply advanced mathematical methods for data analysis
+ Apply statistical methods and their relevance for process control
+ Use common software tools for data manipulation and data extraction such as: Matlab, Minitab, MS Excel, ProE,
+ Ownership automated electronic control systems
**Qualifications You Must Have**
+ Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or a (STEM) related degree or equivalent experience and 5 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
+ Experience in a related Semiconductor and/or Material Science environment.
**Qualifications We Prefer**
+ Experience in production environment and multi-disciplinary engineering environment
+ Familiar with semiconductor production process.
+ Familiar with mechanical and electronic drawings using CAD software
+ Experience with capital equipment purchases and associated facility installations
+ Basic understanding of bulk Crystal growth & semiconductor diodes
+ Experience in handling of fragile materials and delicate hardware.
+ Experience with software tools for data and failure analysis
+ A motivated and self-starting individual who interacts well in a team environment that includes both company colleagues and customers.
**What We Offer**
+ Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
**Learn More & Apply Now!**
+ Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
+ Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
This position is an onsite role - Goleta, CA:
**Visit RVS** **:** ** Raytheon in Goleta** : ** salary range for this role is 90,000 USD - 182,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.
RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
_RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act._
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Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Semiconductor Quality Director to lead our quality assurance and control initiatives. This pivotal role will involve developing and implementing quality strategies that align with our organizational goals, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

Ascentec Engineering is a leader in innovative high-tech contact manufacturing and precision machining. We specialize in delivering high-quality solutions across various industries, including aerospace, semiconductor, and high-tech OEM manufactures. Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement drives our success and the satisfaction of our clients.

We believe in investing in our people and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in shaping the future of precision machining and contract manufacturing!

This position is onsite (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Quality Strategy Development: Advance and improve an existing comprehensive quality strategy and QMS that enhances product reliability, meets customer expectations, and aligns with industry standards (ISO, AS9100, etc.).

• Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor the quality assurance team for a global network of manufacturing locations, promoting professional development and fostering a collaborative environment.

• Quality Assurance & Control: Oversee all quality assurance processes, including inspection, testing, and validation procedures, ensuring products meet specifications and regulatory requirements.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, reduce defects, and increase efficiency using methodologies such as Six Sigma, Lean, 8D and Root Cause Analysis.

• Supplier Quality Management: Collaborate with suppliers to establish quality requirements and ensure compliance, conducting regular audits and assessments.

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay current with industry regulations and standards, ensuring that all manufacturing processes and products adhere to legal and safety requirements.

• Customer Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for quality-related customer inquiries and issues, ensuring prompt resolution and maintaining strong customer relationships.

• Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize data analytics to track quality metrics, identify trends, and provide regular reports to senior management on quality performance and improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field; a Master's degree or relevant certification (CQE, CQM, etc.) is a plus.

• 10+ years of experience in quality management within a high-tech manufacturing or precision machining environment.

• Proven experience in leading quality assurance teams and managing cross-functional projects.

• Strong knowledge of quality standards, methodologies, and tools (ISO 9001, AS9100, Six Sigma, Lean).

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.

• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:

- Salary: $125,000 to $50,000 annual salary, plus eligibility for 20% annual discretionary management bonus.

- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

- Paid time off/Paid holidays

- Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage

- 401K with matching funds

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Salary Description

125,000 to 150,000

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a hands-on Semiconductor Packaging Engineer to work for a High-Tech Semiconductor Manufacturer in the Tucson, Area. The Semiconductor Packaging Engineer will ensure stable, robust, repeatable, sustainable and high-yielding manufacturing processes and products are achieved, monitored and maintained and will help to implement a new MES system.

Responsibilities include development, continuous improvement, and sustaining processes all in close partnership with Device and Integration Engineering as well as design teams. You will be expected to clearly communicate goals, roles, and responsibilities, engage and motivate engineering talent, define and set deliverables, plan resources, and achieve desired results. You will be expected to contribute technically, maintain an optimistic, can-do approach, and present status to executive level management. Excellent judgment, expertise in semiconductor processing, and leadership are essential to success in this role. The position reports to the Process Engineering Manager. Will monitor and control of the process. Improve the process or introduce new process and tools to improve yield, capacity and quality. Work with engineering team to develop new products. Work with engineering team to transfer new products or new process to production and will help to implement a new MES system.

Position responsibilities include daily oversight of manufacturing operations, continuous improvement of operational processes including scheduling and executing production for Back End Assembly Process. Conducts studies in operations to optimize workflow and space utilization. Ensures facility efficiency and workplace safety.

Responsibilities:

* Manufacturing monitoring and improvements with SPC.
* Creating weekly yield reports using statistical tools.
* Creating and maintaining work standards using work measurement, and dynamic and static capacity and cost simulation models.
* Workflow optimization through creating and implementing in-process kanbans models.
* Working with materials manager for supply chain optimization and inventory minimization through creating and implementing raw material kanbans.
* Design of Experiments (DOE) and data analysis to support engineering efforts to improve product design and manufacturability.
* Performance measurement and analysis to monitor and improve manufacturing.
* Applying various statistical methods to improve reproducibility and manufacturability through Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) , Control Plan and Gage R&R studies.
* Data analysis and improvements to manufacturing capabilities.
* Work with information technology department to improve database structures and collection methods to improve manufacturing.
* Cost and net worth analysis to evaluate capital expenditures for expansion scenarios.
* Maximize space utilization through layout evaluation, design, and improvements, using design software such as AutoCAD, Draftsight.

Duties:

* Develop and maintain positive working relationships with applicable departments and suppliers to evaluate potential new processes and materials to improve cost, yield, reliability and quality.
* Drive identification and implementation of process improvements to increase yield and reduce operating costs.
* Identify new hardware requirements to meet the developing process/customer needs. Ensure these requirements are addressed appropriately with regard to specifications, budget constraints, supplier identification and thorough evaluation.
* Develop, modify and/or continuously improve manufacturing process and procedures to enable higher productivity, reduced scrap, and improved quality.

Skills/Qualifications:

Must have a B.S. or M.S. Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Must have knowledge of process Assembly of semiconductor lasers. Communication and managing skills are required.

Clean room manufacturing environment, experience working in cleanrooms and labs.

Exposure to medium to long term projects.

3+ years of experience within the semiconductor industry (oven, wire bonding, lead frame design, SMT, reflowing, among other processes).

New Product Introduction. Strong verbal, written, presentation, analytical and interpersonal skills.

Leadership capabilities to drive and deliver results through motivating cross-cultural teams.

Highly proficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint and statistical software.

Strong analytical and problem solving ability. Appreciation of both practical and theoretical methodologies.

Experienced in equipment selection, commissioning and process set-up.

Knowledge of troubleshooting guides, working documentation, safety.

Knowledge of quality systems and reliability assessment.

Strong SPC and DOE skill set and experience.

Experience with Lean and 5S programs. Experience with Six Sigma.

Demonstrated success in project management.

Detailed working knowledge of semiconductor wafer fabrication processes, including wet and dry etching, thin films, moderate scale photolithography.

Proven track record in program management and technical team leadership.

Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment

This position is located in the United States and will require use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Leonardo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

(NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.)

Here are the hiring process steps and what you can expect from us:

Step 1: Application Review:

Upon submitting your application, it is made available to the recruitment team to review and ensure you meet the basic qualifications.

Step 2: Interview:

If you have been identified to move forward in the process, you may be invited to participate in a one-on-one or panel interview. The interview format can be a phone call, in-person, or virtual meeting.

Step 3: Offer:

If you reach this stage of the interview process, congratulations! You will be provided an offer to join the Leonardo Electronics US Inc. team. The offer will include details about your salary, benefits package and start date.

We are seeking two talented and motivated wafer fab process engineers with a focus on advanced semiconductor packaging to join our cutting-edge fabrication team. In this role, you'll work on the forefront of 3D chip stacking and flip-chip hybridization, building integrated devices that form the heart of next-generation electronic systems.

This is your opportunity to work hands-on with state-of-the-art hybridization equipment, contributing directly to breakthrough innovations in device performance and packaging efficiency.

Location: Shoreview, MN

Wage: $33 - $7/hr ( 68,500 - 97,800/year), depending on experience

Hours: 1st shift | Monday - Friday | 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Benefits of the semiconductor advanced packaging engineer:

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative engineering team
• Opportunity to grow into a technical leadership role
• Work directly on advanced optical semiconductor technologies
• Career development in a forward-thinking environment
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Scheduled raise/salary review
• Company parties
• Stable shop with long term customers

Duties of the semiconductor advanced packaging engineer:

• Operate chip stacking and hybridization equipment (FC-150, FC-300) for flip-chip 3D processes
• Run and support fab tools like evaporation, sputtering, or RIE as needed
• Perform process QC to maintain high yield and product quality
• Document, troubleshoot, and improve processes
• Work with engineering teams to scale operations and build future team capability

Requirements of the semiconductor advanced packaging engineer:

• Bachelor's or Master's in Physics or Engineering (required)
• Interest in advanced packaging and hybridization
• Experience with deposition or etch equipment (preferred)
• Flip-chip or 3D packaging experience a plus

Additional information:

Apply today! To learn more about this semiconductor advanced packaging engineer position, contact Matt at .

EOE: Twin City Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.