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Engineer Microelectronic Semiconductors

Northrop Grumman

Posted 3 days ago

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Apopka, FL
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$79,300 - $118,900

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an experienced and motivated Microelectronics Semiconductor Product Engineer for our Advanced Packaging Technology facility in Apopka, Florida.

For more than 70 years, Northrop Grumman's Microelectronics Center has pushed the boundaries in this ever-evolving field of microelectronics. Our two U.S.-based government-trusted foundries and state-of-the-art packaging facilities set the standard, designing and delivering millions of defense and commercial microelectronics each year. From innovative design to precise fabrication, our mission-tailored solutions provide unparalleled performance, ensuring our technology meets the most demanding challenges.

The Microelectronic Semiconductor Product Engineer will analyze wafer probe test electrical data, track/monitor program metrics (delivery & yield), investigate and resolve technical issues as part of a cross-functional team, and lead team efforts to drive cost and schedule improvements. The selected candidate engineer will work closely with program managers, functional engineering staff (product, test, assembly, design, process, quality), and operations, serving as the engineering POC for any product-related technical and production issues.

The selected candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; be able to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-visibility environment; and work well as part of a team.

Position will demand large amounts of time working in a cleanroom environment. Some lifting and standing will be required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the tasks outlined below:

Problem-Solving:
  • Drive process improvements for yield, reliability, and cost volume manufacturing using statistical tools, DOE techniques, data driven decision making and systematic problem-solving skills.
  • Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) task forces to troubleshoot and develop solutions that prevent recurrence for excursion incidents using 8D problem solving methodologies

Quality Control:
  • Execute strategic projects for improvement of sustaining operations through monitoring statistical process control (SPC) charts and disposition of out of spec material.
  • Support process control, planning, safety, and quality organizations to ensure the equipment meets cost, quality, safety, and reliability metrics.
  • Use Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to assess and mitigate risk for critical processes, process modules, and tools.

Documentation & Data Systems:
  • Maintain accurate records and produce detailed reports for all data analysis and investigations performed.
  • Support engineering data analysis including metrology data, ERP and MES data, and other in-process metrics.


Basic Qualifications for Principal Microelectronics/Semiconductor Metals Process Engineer:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of Semiconductor Product Engineering experience, or semiconductor Process Engineering experience.
  • Must have experience with semiconductor processing.
  • Experience with data & statistical analysis using data analysis tools (JMP, Minitab, R, MATLAB, Python, Tableau, etc).
  • Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Six Sigma concepts for process development and control.
  • Experience in collaborating with and contributing to cross functional technical teams to achieve short and long-term goals.
  • Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, test specifications, and manufacturing/test procedures.
  • Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) fundamentals.
  • Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning and Manufacturing Execution Systems.
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Active Secret clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in 8D Problem Solving.
  • Experience with SAP MRP software.
  • Experience with analog, digital and RF device test and characterization techniques.
  • Experience with solid state physics or other relevant engineering physical science disciplines.
  • Experience with semiconductor product qualification tests & industry standards.
  • Experience with lithography, plasma descum, wet cleans, electroplating, etch, AOI and reflow.
  • Six Sigma Blackbelt Certification


What We Can Offer You :

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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