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Sr Staff Semiconductor Process Engineer

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Goleta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/17/2026 CLOSED ON 7/15/2026

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Job Description

You will be a Focal Plane Array Process Engineer with our Infrared Sensors Business on site in Goleta, CA. Our team is responsible for developing and manufacturing advanced Focal Plane Arrays (FPAs), and we are looking for a talented engineer to join our team.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Staff FPA Process Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical and production leadership in the fabrication and execution of advanced Focal Plane Array (FPA) including wicking, plasma system, substrate thinning, dicing, Anti-Reflection (AR) coating, and flip-chip bonding for hybridization, a key step in the manufacturing process imaging devices. You will play a critical role in developing and optimizing the processes, procedures, tooling, and equipment to maximize yield, efficiency, and throughput and methodologies used to precisely align and bond detector arrays and readout integrated circuits (ROICs), creating high-performance FPAs. You'll work in a fast-paced, high-mix production environment and contribute to the advancement of FPA technology.

Assignments include the definition of processing and handling equipment requirements and specifications, review of processing techniques and methods applied in the manufacture, fabrication, and evaluation of FPA devices.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Work with development and process integration engineers to adapt new processes and techniques into the manufacturing line as required. This may include defining requirements for new capabilities and organizing, leading, and executing FPA processing equipment capital procurement projects.
  • Responsible for projects related to process definition, fabrication, modification and evaluation of FPA devices and components.
  • Analyze test data, identify trends and anomalies, and provide feedback to drive process control and improvement initiatives. Contribute to the troubleshooting and failure analysis of FPAs, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Develop and maintain documentation, including workflows, work instructions, and process control checklists, ensuring adherence to quality standards and industry protocols.

Why Join Us

We're looking for a collaborative and innovative Focal Plane Array Process Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Infrared Sensors Business, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, contribute to the advancement of FPA technology, and collaborate with a team of experts. If you're a motivated and experienced engineer with a passion for process engineering and a strong background in semiconductor manufacturing, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is located in Santa Barbara. Discover more about our Santa Barbara, California location.

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Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.

Experience in semiconductor packaging or FPA manufacturing in a cleanroom environment with demonstrated expertise in either flip-chip hybridization techniques or related processes, such as epoxy die attach/bonding, polishing, substrate removal, or Anti-Reflection (AR) coating or semiconductor packaging techniques.

Desired Skills

9 years of industry experience OR advanced degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics with 7 years of industry experience.

Background in IR FPA packaging, specifically flip-chip hybridization techniques.

Knowledge of semiconductor device physics, photodetectors, and FPAs.

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Excellent engineering documentation skills and communication skills.

Ability to interface effectively from the technician level to senior management with excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and train technical staff.

Experience leading multifunctional teams.

Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize assignments independently.

Experience in Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC), and data analysis software packages (e.g., JMP).

Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and data analysis software such as MATLAB or JMP.

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.



  • At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

    With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

    If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

    Other Important Information

    By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

    Work Schedule Information

    Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

    National Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $134,000 - $236,325. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Premium Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $154,100 - $267,145. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Salary : $134,000 - $236,325

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