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Materials and Process Engineer - Electronic Failure Analysis (Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior)

Los Angeles, California; El Segundo, California Job ID 00000434408 Category Security Clearance Post Date Dec. 08, 2024 Security Clearance Required
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The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Electrical Materials & Process Engineer - Failure Analysis to support the Boeing Research & Technology team, located in El Segundo, CA.

The El Segundo site designs and builds advanced space and communication systems for military, commercial, and scientific uses, including advanced digital payload, all electric propulsion and 3D manufacturing capabilities for spacecraft that can operate in the geosynchronous, medium-Earth orbit of low Earth orbital planes.

The Materials and Process Group in El Segundo develops, provides and maintains technical competency and integrity in the definition, evaluation, analysis, management, selection and control of materials, processes, and parts.In this role, you will be working in a state-of the-art laboratory to analyze electronic assemblies for product validation and failure analysis.

The ideal candidate has a background with materials science or electrical engineering and experience with root cause investigations on failed electronic parts. We are looking for 3 candidates and open to a variety of experience levels from Associate to Senior level.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Defines requirements and approves tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes used in the engineering design, manufacture and/or maintenance of products.

  • Produces specifications and other documents to manage the deployment of tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes.

  • Maintains compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations.

  • Promotes standardization across business activities.

  • Evaluates emerging technologies for potential application to business needs.

  • Develops and qualifies new tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes to meet requirements.

  • Integrates new technologies as appropriate.

  • Manages test and audit programs to qualify suppliers to applicable requirements.

  • Conducts analysis to characterize performance or determine reasons for failure of tools, materials, parts or processes.

  • Implements corrective and preventive actions.

  • Designs, develops and qualifies computer and production systems to satisfy user requirements.

  • Uses project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements.

  • Incorporates environmental health and safety, LEAN and Quality principles into (1) materials and processes, (2) research, design and qualification, (3) work procedures and (4) labs and office areas. 

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret / SCI clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

  • Experience working in a laboratory environment

  • Experience analyzing technical data and providing clear written and verbal presentation of the results

  • Experience with semiconductor device physics

  • Experience in component engineering, failure analysis, reliability engineering, Destructive Physical Analysis (DPA) testing or electronic Materials & Processes (M&P)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 3+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • 5+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Master’s or Doctorate in electrical engineering, materials engineering or physics

  • Experience with semiconductor technology and wafer/die fabrication and multilayer deprocessing.

  • Experience performing electronic failure investigations and fault isolation.

  • Experience with thermal or photo emission, OBIRCH/XIVA, EBIC, Nanoprober, CSAM or similar.

  • Experience with the implementation of new laboratory equipment and developing training materials or providing hands-on training to others

  • Experience working in an interdisciplinary team to identify and implement solutions for complex testing and characterization efforts

  • Technical report writing and presentation experience

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance

Typical Education/Experience:

Associate

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Mid-Level

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Senior

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for 1st shift.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Associate Level: $82,450 – $111,550 

Summary pay range for Mid-Level: $102,000 – $138,000 

Summary pay range for Senior: $124,950 – $169,050 

Applications for this position will be accepted until December 16th 2024


Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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