Microelectronics Manufacturing and Process Engineer

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Packaging Process Engineers to join our team and lead advanced microelectronics assembly in an ISO Class 7 (Class 10,000) Cleanroom environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead cleanroom assemblers while ensuring compliance with strict quality standards (MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-PRF-38535 and MIL-STD-883).
• Experience with advanced processes such as wire bonding (gold & aluminum), die attach (epoxy, eutectic solder), and lid sealing (solder, Seam welding, Projection welding).
• Familiarization and Programming of advanced equipment, including Die Bonders, Wire bonders, Seam Welders.
• Assemble custom packaging, including ceramic LCCs, flatpacks, CQFP, TSOP, ASICs, multichip modules.
• Train and certify new employees in cleanroom processes.
• Capable of conducting and training technicians to QML Q and V level inspections on microelectronics using microscopes.

You Come With

• Packages handling and developing QFP, TQFP, SOP, TSOP, QFN, Flip Chip, Cu pillar FC, BGA, CSP, FAN-OUT WAFER LEVEL PACKAGING (FOWLP), 2.5DIC, 3DIC id helpful, but not required.
• Ability to work in full cleanroom gowning attire (ESD smock, gloves, hair and shoe coverings).

ESD awareness to ANSI/ESD S20.20 requirements

DOE, SPC, FMEA implementation experience is required. 6S Green or black belt are all a plus.

The Principal Product Engineer develops novel solutions to customer driven problems including ruggedized miniature electro-mechanical systems, systems for harsh environments (e.g. high-g, high temperature, high vibration), dynamic mechanisms, and autonomous systems. The product engineering and manufacturing support team helps turn these cutting edge designs into fielded hardware for our end customers.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) programs to create product concepts.
• Gather materials or resources needed to design the product.
• Test the product for usability and safety.
• Oversee the manufacturing and production process to set standards.
• Independently drive solutions to complex problems - develop requirements, propose ways forward when customer requirements are unclear or incomplete, and adapt appropriately to changes in requirements.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Product Engineering.
• Provide insight and suggest design or process modifications based on quantitative data or results.
• Identify program/system-level technical risks and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
• Develop, document, and teach best practices to less experienced engineers; Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and time management skills to achieve program goals.

Skills/Abilities

• Curiosity-driven approach to solving complex, customer-driven problems as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively and openly with multi-disciplinary program team members, program leadership, and non-technical personnel.
• Be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to balance multiple competing tasks and demands.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant field.

Experience

10-15 years experience in Product Engineering or related.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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• Job Location - City: Cambridge
• Job Location - State: Massachusetts
• Job Location - Postal Code: 02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000.00 - $237,500.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.