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Air Force Research Laboratory · 8 hours ago

Verification and Validation Engineer

Dayton, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Air Force Research Laboratory is seeking a motivated and experienced Verification and Validation Engineer for their Sensors Directorate. The role involves leading verification and validation methodologies in microelectronics, managing lab logistics, and collaborating with design teams to enhance microelectronics assurance.

Military

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead physical verification and validation methodologies and research in microelectronics

Serve as the VIVID and uScope lab manager – maintain microscopy tools, electrical and physical characterization tools, lab logistics, and manage research in respected labs

Applies physical analysis utilizing microscopy tools (such as X-ray, SEM/FIB), good understanding of current state-of-the-art (SOTA) methods and processes used today in nanoscale characterization, and capable of defining and leading research with gov-ctr team

Works closely with design team to accelerate time to evaluate for assurance and trade-offs with non-destructive and destructive analysis techniques

Perform research to develop new tools; leverage commercial SoTA practices; push to new areas of design, physical, functional V&V, directly supporting trust and assured microelectronics mission

Understanding of microscopy principles and tools, such as SEM/FIB, X-ray, and microscopes

Applies scientific knowledge in analysis of microelectronics hardware utilizing Scanning Electron Microscopes and X-ray CT

Knowledge of microelectronic assurance problems and solutions associated with destructive and non-destructive techniques, including microscopy and electrical characterization

Applies expert knowledge and advanced engineering methods, theories, concepts, principles and processes to support the Section's mission of proving options for programs to implement various levels of trust and assurance into their systems

Oversees in-house and contractual programs ranging from basic research and exploratory development of advanced component demonstration efforts

Builds coalitions and interacts internally and externally to foster collaborations, customer interactions and an environment of technology exploitation

Actively engages in organizational planning activities within the Section, Branch, Sensors Directorate, Air Force, DoD, and other governmental agencies and provides input into future requirements and roadmaps

Acts as a V&V representative, technical and programmatic, assisting lead engineers with engagements with customers and partners on all assigned program-related activities

Plans and manages both unclassified and classified research and development

Qualification

Microelectronics R&DMicroscopy toolsElectrical characterizationLab equipment managementProject managementCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

US Citizenship

Must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance with access to SCI and SAP clearance as condition of employment

This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent will be subject to random testing

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade, DR-01 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience includes R&D in microelectronics and utilization of lab test equipment; experience on microscopy tools, such as SEM/FIB, X-ray, and acoustic imaging characterization; experience with lab logistics and equipment management

Applicants must be able to meet the OPM Qualification Standards of the position being filled. Positions will be filled using the following OPM occupational series: All Professional Engineering Series (0806 and 0855) and Physics Series (1310)

Possess a professional science or engineering (S&E) degree, in a relevant technical field, from an accredited (or ABET accredited for engineering) academic institution

This position is an Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) position requiring Tier 2 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification in Engineering and Technical Management (N). Selectee will have 5 years to complete certification requirements and must have 4 years of experience to become fully certified

Selectee is required to submit annual Confidential Financial Disclosure (OGE Form 450)

Preferred

Experience in trust and assured microelectronics principles

Experience with microscopy tools, such as SEM/FIB, X-ray, and physical characterization of microelectronics

Experience with microelectronic electrical testing/characterization equipment, such as meters, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and other digital and analog testing equipment

Experience working in a lab environment, lab best practices, and managing lab equipment utilization

Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or related field

Project management skills with experience tracking and managing cost, schedule, and performance

Experience planning, budgeting, developing, and executing research and advanced development efforts

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with program managers and senior leaders