Microelectronics Research Technician

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Locations

Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, USA

Experience Level

Entry

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Desired Skills

Python

Communications

Requirements

Associate Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer engineering or a related field, or 4 years of experience in a sample preparation role
Active DoD Top Secret (TS) or equivalent US Government security clearance
Physically capable of lifting and moving laboratory equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Able to work standing for four or more hours each day
Willingness to work in a secure US Government facility
Experience operating microelectronic test equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes
Ability to solder modern microelectronic components and circuit cards
Excellent organizational, engineering, and communications skills

Responsibilities

Designs and builds custom cables and wiring harnesses
Solders fine pitch microelectronic components
Works with the Program Manager to support lab equipment procurement processes
Responsible for managing maintenance, inventory, and calibration of electronic equipment necessary for lab operations
Works with research staff to design, build, and operate custom test stations
Prepares microelectronic devices for testing by machining or making mechanical alterations
Responsible for coordinating with Government Safety Officer to ensure the safety of laboratory personnel, equipment, and facility
Responsible for coordinating with Government Leadership and Facilities Office to deliver the facilities resources (space, heating/cooling, power, etc.) necessary for the lab
Other duties as required

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer engineering or a related field with 4 years of experience in a sample preparation role
Experience operating milling machines with sub-mm precision
Experience processing semiconductor samples to include milling, griding, or polishing
Current certification for soldering electrical components and electronic assemblies
Experience working in a microelectronics laboratory
Familiar with Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) standards
Familiarity with electrical, chemical, mechanical, environmental, and other safety standards for research laboratories
Software programming experience - Python, C, etc
Interest in solving open-ended problems

Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems.

Job Number: 1133

Riverside Research performs Research and Development (R&D) in Microelectronics Assurance for the US Government. The Microelectronics Technician will join our R&D team, working on-site at a US Government microelectronics laboratory, to develop and operate custom test setups. They will design and fabricate mechanical and electrical fixtures for testing. The Microelectronics Technician will also maintain laboratory test equipment, deploy the facilities resources necessary for R&D operations, and prepare microelectronic devices for testing.

All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.

Job Responsibilities

Designs and builds custom cables and wiring harnesses
Solders fine pitch microelectronic components
Works with the Program Manager to support lab equipment procurement processes
Responsible for managing maintenance, inventory, and calibration of electronic equipment necessary for lab operations
Works with research staff to design, build, and operate custom test stations
Prepares microelectronic devices for testing by machining or making mechanical alterations
Responsible for coordinating with Government Safety Officer to ensure the safety of laboratory personnel, equipment, and facility
Responsible for coordinating with Government Leadership and Facilities Office to deliver the facilities resources (space, heating/cooling, power, etc.) necessary for the lab
Other duties as required

Required Qualifications

Associate Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer engineering or a related field, or 4 years of experience in a sample preparation role
Active DoD Top Secret (TS) or equivalent US Government security clearance
Physically capable of lifting and moving laboratory equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Able to work standing for four or more hours each day
Willingness to work in a secure US Government facility
Experience operating microelectronic test equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, and oscilloscopes
Ability to solder modern microelectronic components and circuit cards
Excellent organizational, engineering, and communications skills

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer engineering or a related field with 4 years of experience in a sample preparation role
Experience operating milling machines with sub-mm precision
Experience processing semiconductor samples to include milling, griding, or polishing
Current certification for soldering electrical components and electronic assemblies
Experience working in a microelectronics laboratory
Familiar with Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) standards
Familiarity with electrical, chemical, mechanical, environmental, and other safety standards for research laboratories
Software programming experience – Python, C, etc.
Interest in solving open-ended problems

Riverside Research does not mandate COVID vaccination as a condition of employment. However, proof of vaccination or negative test may be required to enter certain government facilities and sites. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site-specific requirements. To protect the health and safety of its employees, their families, and to comply with customer requirements, the company requires all employees to disclose vaccination status (upon hire).

Riverside Research strives to be one of America’s premier providers of independent, trusted technical and scientific expertise. We continue to add experienced and technically astute staff who are highly motivated to help our DoD and Intelligence Community (IC) customers deliver world class programs. As a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, we believe service to customers and support of our staff is our mission. Our goal is to serve as a destination company by providing an industry-leading, positive, and rewarding employee experience for all who join us. We aspire to be a valued partner to our customers and to earn their trust through our unwavering commitment to achieve timely, innovative, cost-effective and mission-focused solutions.

All positions at Riverside Research are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

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501-1,000 employees

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Non-Profit scientific research institution

Company Overview

Riverside Research’s mission is to move science from the laboratory to the field for the benefit of the nation. The independent nonprofit laboratory builds teams of recognized experts in a variety of fields from machine learning, electromagnetics, and other fields to deliver effective, efficient, high value solutions and services to sponsors.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, & vision plan
403(b) Retirement Plan
Non-contributory Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Plan
Long-term Care Plan
Generous PTO
Parental Leave
Military Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Repayment
Identity Theft Protection
Life Insurance
Short & long-term Disability

Company Core Values

Riverside Research’s mission is to move science from the laboratory to the field for the benefit of the nation. The independent nonprofit laboratory builds teams of recognized experts in a variety of fields from machine learning, electromagnetics, and other fields to deliver effective, efficient, high value solutions and services to sponsors.