II-VI Aerospace & Defense · 2 months ago
Senior Process Engineer: Dry Etch
6800 South, US-75, Sherman, TX, 75090, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$92K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expII-VI Aerospace & Defense is a global leader in lasers and engineered materials, and they are seeking a Senior Process Engineer specializing in dry etch processes. The role involves leading the development and optimization of dry etch processes for semiconductor applications while collaborating with various engineering teams to enhance device performance and yield.
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Responsibilities
Lead the development and optimization of dry etch processes (ICP, RIE) for compound semiconductor applications
Drive process integration and improvement initiatives to enhance device performance and yield
Define and control etch process parameters for GaAs and InP substrates, ensuring precision, uniformity, and repeatability
Utilize advanced metrology tools such as SEM, AFM, ellipsometry, profilometry, XPS, XRD, and optical interferometry for process characterization and defect analysis
Work closely with integration, production, and device engineering teams to integrate etch processes into the overall semiconductor fabrication flow
Troubleshoot process deviations, particle contamination, and chamber performance issues, implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement strategies
Establish and maintain SPC for process monitoring and optimization
Evaluate and qualify new etch chemistries, hardware configurations, and process automation tools
Develop and document process recipes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership in semiconductor dry etch and metrology
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field
10+ years of experience in semiconductor process engineering, specializing in dry etch (ICP, RIE)
Strong background in etch chemistry, selectivity, anisotropy, and plasma physics for III-V semiconductor processing
Expertise in GaAs and InP processing, including device fabrication challenges and best practices
Hands-on experience with metrology tools such as SEM, AFM, ellipsometry, profilometry, and XPS for process verification and defect analysis
Strong problem-solving skills with experience in data analysis, SPC, and DOE
Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and interface with cross-functional engineering teams
Experience with high-volume semiconductor manufacturing or advanced R&D prototyping
Knowledge of metal etching, dielectric etching, and post-etch cleaning techniques
Familiarity with automation (SECS/GEM), scripting, or AI-driven process control, including FDC and APC
Demonstrated leadership in technical project management and team mentoring
Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor protocol/requirements
Ability to stand for up to 4 hours at a time
Ability to lift up to 16-30 Pounds
Ability to push/pull up to 16-30 pounds
Ability to sit for up to 4 hours at a time
Company
II-VI Aerospace & Defense
II-VI Aerospace & Defense provides optical assemblies.
201-500 employees
Funding
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