Principal Electron Beam Lithography/Laser Writer Engineer/ Senior Electron Beam Lithography/Laser Writer Engineer (2nd shift) Details

Northrop Grumman - Linthicum, MD

Employment Type : Full-Time

Requisition ID: R10051318

  • Category: Engineering
  • Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America
  • Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
  • Clearance Type: Secret
  • Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
  • Shift: 2nd Shift (United States of America)
  • Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
  • Positions Available: 1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.


The Emerging Capabilities Development group of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an exceptionally talented and motivated Electron Beam Lithography/Laser Writer Engineer.

This position is located at the Advanced Technology Lab (ATL) - just outside of Baltimore, Maryland - where we design, manufacture, and test semiconductor and superconducting products for internal and commercials production, as well as engineering programs. Northrop Grumman’s ATL semiconductor foundry is a unique capability supporting a range of production microelectronic devices (Silicon, Gallium Arsenide, Gallium Nitride, Silicon Carbide, Carbon Nanotubes) and providing leading edge technology development in superconducting electronics. Our devices enable a number of Northrop Grumman’s ground based radars, avionic radars, and space systems.

Join us for the chance to work with an experienced and talented team while helping serve your country. Enjoy the opportunity to grow and learn with a variety of challenging projects in production, R&D, ongoing long-term programs, and new programs targeting future military platforms.

Our multidisciplinary foundry team enables activities from development to sustainment process engineering. ATL is responsible for all aspects of semiconductor technology including design, wafer fabrication, test, and assembly.

The Ebeam/Laser Writer Engineer will work in the coat, expose, and develop modules supporting various production and R&D process areas at ATL. The selected individual should enjoy hands on engineering development and production support within our trusted foundry cleanrooms. In addition to performing long-term in a cleanroom environment, the selected candidate should also demonstrate an ability to communicate well with others.

The Ebeam/Laser Writer Engineer will be responsible for:

  • All aspects of maintaining production processes including process safety, process control, new process qualifications, technician training, preventative maintenance, tool troubleshooting and chemical inventory monitoring.
  • Coordinating with stakeholders, including equipment vendors, engineering staff, product integration, and program and operations management, to define process needs, and establish manufacturing requirements.
  • Performing trade studies and submitting costing proposals for the procurement of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
  • Developing new processes for emerging technologies in both microelectronic and superconducting electronics.
  • Classifying manufacturing process windows and range of equipment capabilities.
  • Writing and maintaining process documentation.
  • Performing all other related duties as required.

-2nd shift hrs 2pm- 11pm

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This requisition may be filled at either Principal Electron Beam Lithography/Laser Writer Engineer or Senior Electron Beam Lithography/Laser Writer Engineer.

Basic Qualifications Principal Electron Beam Lithography/Laser Writer Engineer:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field with 5 or more years of related experience; a M.S. Degree with 3 years of experience; or a Ph. D with 0 years of experience.
  • Hands on experience in a clean room environment working with Ebeam Lithography and/or Laser Writing processing.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office.
  • Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC).
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a group environment.
  • Must be able to work a large percentage of time working with chemicals in a Class 100 cleanroom environment.
  • Must be able to work 2nd shift
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance, U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite.

Basic Qualifications Senior Principal Electron Beam Lithography/Laser Writer Engineer:

  • Bachelors of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field with 9 or more years of experience; a M.S. Degree with 7 years of experience; or a Ph. D with 4 years of experience.
  • Demonstrated success working and/or leading a team as an Ebeam Lithography and/or Laser Writer Engineer.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft office.
  • Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC).
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a group environment.
  • Must be able to work a large percentage of time working with chemicals in a Class 100 cleanroom environment.
  • Must be able to work 2nd shift
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance, U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A Master or PhD degree in one or more of the fields mentioned above
  • Secret or higher clearance
  • Experience developing processes, operating, and troubleshooting the following tools:
    • SVG Coater Tracks (positive and negative resists)
    • Layout BEAMER Fracture Software
    • Leica/Raith 5000+ or 5200 Ebeam systems
    • Heidelberg VPG 200+ HIRES Laser Writer
    • KLA-Tencor CDSEM
    • Bash scripting/programming


Salary Range: $96,900 USD - $145,300 USD Salary Range 2: $120,000 USD - $180,000 USD

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Posted on : 2 years ago