Assembly Manufacturing Technician {D} at Danbury Mission Technologies, LLC in Danbury, Connecticut

Job Description:

Danbury Mission Technologies is part of the ARKA Group, L.P. ARKA stands for more than creating better technology. We believe in building a better world. Built on a diversity of people, ideas and thoughts, we develop the technologies and projects that have a meaningful impact for a more certain, sustainable world of opportunity for everyone.

Position Overview:

As part of our Defense Systems Assembly Group, the Assembly Manufacturing Technician will have the exciting opportunity to work with high precision electrical products. This position is at the front line of our semiconductor device fabrication process and in this role, the technician will have the opportunity to be mentored and work hands-on in a lab environment within a growing and evolving aerospace company.

Responsibilities:

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Working to written standard work instructions to setup and run wafer fabrication processes within a regulated clean room environment
• Monitor and evaluate wafer production results and promptly report on anomalous findings
• Perform wafer fabrication manufacturing tasks associated with photolithography, lift-off, thin-film deposition, wet chemical etching, and other semiconductor processes
• Operate equipment required for wafer fabrication processes including mask aligner, plasma cleaner, furnace, PECVD, etc.
• Acquire the skill to identify and troubleshoot issues related to wafer production runs. Be able to conduct basic process troubleshooting and interact cross-functionally to resolve issues
• Aid Manufacturing Engineering in root cause analysis efforts
• Willingness to assist team members to maintain productivity and efficiency for organizational objectives
• Follow all safety and EHS protocols and follow all PPE requirements

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience Required:

• 0-2 years of manufacturing related experience: semiconductor experience preferred
• Demonstrate initiative with a curiosity and aptitude to learn.
• Ability to speak up as appropriate and escalate issues as required.
• Must be able to work independently and demonstrate an extremely high level of precision and accuracy with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of flexibility and assist others as needed.
• Ability to work comfortably under a microscope and have the willingness to learn new technologies.
• Must be comfortable working with solvents and acids
• Solid interpersonal communication skills and basic computer proficiency required

Location:

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We're close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities - great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Continuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

• Must follow all Clean Room PPE requirements when appropriate (smock, cap, booties)
• Must be comfortable working with solvents (ex. IPA, Acetone) and acids (ex. HF, BOE) and must follow all Acid Safety requirements when handling acids.

Collaborating with world class experts, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions in fulfillment of our customers' requirements. We believe in our mission, and we believe in supporting our employees. We offer policies and programs that provide opportunities for continual learning, career growth and work/life balance along with a full suite of health and welfare benefits.

Employment with Danbury Mission Technologies is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.

This position requires the incumbent to access export-controlled information. If you are not a US Person, any offer is contingent upon the Company's ability to obtain a special license granting you access. This could take several months. You will not be able to begin employment until such license is obtained.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Danbury Mission Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.