R&D Laboratory Support Technologist - Advanced Thin Films & Processing, Onsite

About the role

Do you enjoy hands-on operation of thin film deposition systems and related materials characterization equipment? If so, you would be perfect to join our team!

Our group develops custom thin films, coatings, and engineered surfaces to support a variety of applications. If selected for the role, you will become an integral part of the team that sustains and improves various technologies vital to national security needs.

Due to the nature of the work

• Support staff in safely operating and maintaining thin film deposition systems in supporting research, prototyping, and production activities
• Execute complex deposition designs that include can thick coatings
• Investigate produced thin films and engineered surfaces using different materials characterization techniques
• Perform calibration and alignment checks and adjust or modifications, as needed
• Prepare substrates, characterize samples utilizing a variety of techniques (optical, electrical, surface, roughness, stress, etc.)
• Oversee equipment contracts and vendor support personnel activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering Technology, Physics, Chemistry, or related field
• At least 3 years of experience working in laboratory and/or maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing vacuum systems (cryo, turbo, and/or mechanical)
• Experience depositing thin films using at least one vapor deposition method
• Experience with CW and pulsed lasers including laser optics, imaging devices, and diagnostics
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of chemical vapor deposition
• Knowledge of electronics and control systems
• Experience developing safety documentation
• Experience in preventative maintenance (PM) and setting up PM Schedules
• Experience with integrating water cooling systems
• Creative thinking and technical problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills