Assembly Manufacturing Technician II - Arka Service : Job Details

Position Overview (Summary/Objective):

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/micro assembly 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.
• Perform manual micro assembly processes including die mount, wire bonding, and optical bonding.
• Perform precise alignments as part of micro assembly and masking operations.
• Aid Manufacturing Engineering in root cause analysis efforts
• Willingness to assist team members to maintain productivity and efficiency for organizational objectives
• Record completion of work and key parameters in build documentation or electronic build record system.
• Follow all safety and EHS protocols and follow all PPE requirements

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience Required:

• 2-5+ years of manufacturing related experience: semiconductor experience preferred
• Experience with at least one of the following fabrication methods: micro assembly, wafer processing, or window photolithography
• 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
• Experience grinding or polishing small optics is a plus

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:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions, operate tools and/or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment to work with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to [email protected] or contact 203-###-#### and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

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.

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA Group L.P. 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.