Relative Dynamics is seeking a Microfabrication Engineer to assist in advancing cutting-edge technology for a new mission at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. This is a full-time, on-site position. This position is not eligible for remote work.
What You'll Get to Do:- Develop and optimize microfabrication processes for MEMS devices
- Troubleshoot process issues and implement solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in design, test, and integration
- Document procedures and results according to industry standards
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for fabrication processes
What You'll Need:Required Experience- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, physics, or related field; MS or PhD preferred
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in semiconductor or MEMS fabrication environments
Required Skills- Demonstrated expertise in photolithography processes including photoresist application, exposure systems, such as stepper tools or E-beam lithography, and pattern development
- Comprehensive knowledge of thin film deposition methods including:
- Physical vapor deposition (thermal/e-beam evaporation and sputtering)
- Chemical vapor deposition (PECVD)
- Thermal oxidation processes
- Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD)
- Proficiency in etching techniques including:
- Wet chemical etching of metals and dielectric films
- Plasma-based dry etching (RIE)
- Deep Reactive Ion Etching (DRIE)
- Specialty vapor phase etching (vapor HF and XeF2)
- Experience operating metrology and characterization equipment:
- Optical and electron microscopy
- Ellipsometry for film thickness measurement
- Stress measurement techniques for thin films
- Electrical probing and device characterization
Desired Qualifications- Cleanroom experience in class 10-1000 environments
- Familiarity with process integration and optimization
- Experience with Design of Experiments methodology
- Knowledge of MEMS design principles and fabrication challenges
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent documentation and communication abilities
What You Won't Do:
- Feel stuck as we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
- Feel like a number as we're a close-knit bunch and always have each other's backs
Who You Are:
- A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
- A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge
- A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
- Accept assignments with open cooperative positive and team-oriented attitudes
- Able to plan and execute plans across teams
- Effective communicator both written and verbal
What You'll Enjoy:
- Competitive wage and benefits package
- Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance
- Vacation and paid holidays
- Great 401k with company match
- Employee referral program
- Community involvement investing and giving back to the community
