Hybrid Assembly Technician

Description

Do you love building electronics hardware to solve hard problems whose solutions have an important bearing on national security, military readiness, space exploration, national health, and the advancement of fundamental science or engineering?

Are you a highly motivated individual that enjoys working on teams to develop critical hardware?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking an Hybrid Assembly Technician to help us build cable, wire harness, magnetic, and electronic circuit assemblies for national security and space applications. This is a unique opportunity to apply a passion for electronics manufacturing toward advanced prototypes and one-of-a kind systems that will further the scientific knowledge of humankind, safeguard our nation's security, and advance the frontiers of space.

As a Hybrid Assembly Technician, you will further the development and fabrication of hardware used to solve challenging problems, whose solutions have an important bearing on national security, military readiness, space exploration, national health, and the advancement of fundamental science and engineering.

As a Hybrid Assembly Technician...

• Work in a cleanroom environment with various assembly tools including wire bonders, flip chip bonder, plasma cleaners, microscopes, and dicing saw among other assembly tools.
• Interface with project and manufacturing engineers in resolution of problems on related hardware and to develop complex manufacturing instructions.
• Help maintain the cleanroom facility, chemistry labs, and the processing tools.
• Document procedures, report on progress, and support our paperwork requirements as needed.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Have 1+ year experience in microelectronics packaging and assembly, such as wire bonding, die attach or flip chip bonding.
• Have the ability to interpret both formal and informal assembly documentation.
• Willing and able to work in a Class 8 Cleanroom.
• Have a passion to learn and improve manufacturing processes.
• Are customer- oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Have strong organizational skills.
• Detailed oriented.
• Are self- motivated, capable of multi- taking, and capable of following verbal and written instructions.
• Can work in a collaborative environment with partners both inside and outside of the fabrication team.
• Are flexible in work hours during occasional periods of heavy workload. Shifted work hours and overtime (some evenings/weekends) could be required for short periods.
• Able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 1 years of experience in Hybrid/microelectronic packaging
• Good working knowledge of Military and NASA Standards for hybrid microcircuits
• Working Knowledge and experience in Heterogeneous Integration
• Ability to design packages, substrates, interposers, fixtures, printed wiring boards
• Create drawings using AutoCad, Solidworks or other design software
• Ability to design simple electrical test fixtures.
• Customer service experience.

About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accessibility@jhuapl.edu .

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$25.30 Hourly

Maximum Rate

$50.00 Hourly