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The position of R&D Process Technician is responsible for assisting engineers in process maintenance and development support of custom, cutting edge, micro and nano-fabrication technologies for high performance microwave and millimeter-wave applications. The technologies include InP and GaAs-based HBTs, HEMTs and other electronic components which enable key competitive differentiation of Keysight's industry-leading RF, microwave and high bit rate instruments.

The focus of this position will be in the lithography area and related processes. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist engineers in reviewing and troubleshooting stuck lots, communicating lot status and issues
• Oversee Litho work selection and facilitate the movement of any lots with issues or abnormal delays
• Lead recipe setup in the CDSEM and P260 profilometers
• Taking ownership of the IVS tool, resolving stuck lot issues, modification of stepper offsets from IVS failures, recipe creation
• Qualification of new batches of photoresist
• Adjustment of process and equipment parameters in response to litho weekly tests
• Perform data entry, data analysis, and basic SPC (Statistical Process Control) tasks
• Assist with processing test wafers and process development activities
• Perform visual inspection on IC wafers, record observations and provide detailed feedback to engineers
• Assist with training on litho and related metrology equipment

• Minimum high school graduate with strong aptitude in science and math. Junior college or B.S. degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Lithography, metrology, and other related semiconductor processes.
• Hands-on experience with advanced semiconductor device fabrication is required and specific skills in III-V semiconductor processing is preferred.
• Experience with statistical process control and design of experiments is a valued qualification.
• Candidates must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills for successful inter and intra-group interactions.
• Candidates must be willing and demonstrate initiative to learn and acquire new skills.

***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Santa Rosa, CA Pay range: MIN $68,930.00 - MAX $114,880.00