Process Engineer (Experienced)

Process Engineer (Experienced) Company: Spectrolab, Inc. Spectrolab, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, seeks a Process Engineer (Experienced) to join our Process Engineering group located at our manufacturing facility in Sylmar, CA . Spectrolab, Inc., a pioneering leader in space solar power for over 70 years, develops the highest-efficiency commercial space solar cells that enable cutting-edge satellite missions. With a legacy of technical excellence and a focus on innovation, Spectrolab is powering the future of space exploration and commercial satellites—at a time when a wave of new companies is creating exciting and diverse missions. Join Spectrolab to help deliver the solar technologies that make ambitious space missions possible. Spectrolab’s factory is located in the north side of Los Angeles, offering access to the city’s world-class culture, dining, and entertainment. The Sylmar location provides convenient “reverse commute” options for people living across the San Fernando Valley—from Sherman Oaks to Pasadena—as well as straightforward commutes from Santa Clarita and other northern Los Angeles County areas. Spectrolab offers a break from the famously difficult Los Angeles commutes.

Responsibilities: Provide sustaining process engineering support for production of solar cell wafers and solar cell assemblies Maintain process control using Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools, troubleshoot process anomalies, understand operation of process equipment, and provide timely response to manufacturing issues and needs Interact closely with teams within the larger Operations group to achieve organizational goals Identify and execute continuous improvement and breakthrough new product or process ideas to reduce process cycle time, reduce product cost, and improve product performance Support Research and Development (R&D) activities associated with advancing solar cell technologies and reducing the cost of the products Embrace and foster a working culture where safety is a top priority Anticipate and drive innovative solutions to create value Adopt an entrepreneurial mindset and take smart risks Maintain a productive sense of urgency This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. ​ Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.  Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 2+ years of experience working with semiconductor processing Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Experience in the semiconductor (III-V, II-VI, or Si) industry Experience in semiconductor processing, solar cell devices, material characterization and analytical techniques Experience with photolithography, thin film (metal and dielectric materials) deposition techniques, wet and dry etch processes, and high temperature annealing processes Experience with gated approach to process and product development and Aerospace industry material and qualification requirements Experience in programming with VBA, LabView, C, C+, C++, SQL Knowledge of statistical analysis, statistical process control, and lean principles Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. Typical Education/Experience: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of