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**Job Description** At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. Spectrolab, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, is seeking broad range of levels to include **Experienced and Senior Materials Growth Process Engineers** to join our Wafer Products Engineering group. This position is located at our manufacturing facility in **Sylmar, California** . Spectrolab is the world's leading merchant supplier of the highest-efficiency multi-junction solar cells for spacecraft power systems, with proven reliability drawn from 65 years of space heritage. Spectrolab's state-of-the-art space solar cells and panels power satellites in Earth's orbit, as well as, the International Space Station. Since its founding in 1956, Spectrolab has led the way in the development of high-efficiency solar cells for space missions. During the Apollo 11 mission in 1969, a Spectrolab product became the first solar panel to be placed on the moon. **Position Responsibilities:** Responsibilities will vary depending on skills and qualifications, and may include, but will not be limited to, the following: + Provide process engineering support for materials growth and characterization of MOVPE (Metal Organic Vapor Phase Epitaxy) wafers used for high efficiency solar cell devices + Maintain and troubleshoot MOVPE processes on a daily basis in a high volume production environment by utilizing engineering best practices, knowledge of semiconductor device physics, and safety-first mindset + Support diagnostic activities of MOVPE reactor equipment problems + Support advanced device and process development projects + Perform and provide support for a variety of semiconductor materials characterization such as ECV, Surfscan, HRXRD, etc., as well as a variety of semiconductor device testing such as I-V, FBIR, EL, and spectral response measurements + Perform and provide support for basic device fabrication to evaluate grown material quality + Participate in LEAN, 5S, and other manufacturing improvement initiatives + Interact closely with teams within the larger Operations group to achieve organizational goals + 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.** **The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.** **Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):** + Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science + 3 or more years of work experience + Understanding of fundamentals of chemistry, materials science, and physics + Familiarity of semiconductor (III-V or Si) industry and/or solar cell technology + Basic understanding of statistical process control concepts + Proficiency in basic software tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint + Good organizational and communication skills, both oral and written + Ability to work well independently and as a team + Familiarity with semiconductor cleanroom best practices and willingness to work inside a cleanroom + Willing to support flexible working hours including second shift as necessary **Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):** + 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience + Experience in semiconductor (III-V or Si) industry and/or solar technology with solid understanding of basic semiconductor material science and device physics + Experience with epitaxial or other thin film deposition processes and tools + Experience with advanced device and process development projects + Experience with handling chemical sources and chemical safety monitoring systems + Familiarity with semiconductor processing, solar cell devices, material characterization, and analytical techniques + Experience or familiarity with metrology instruments such as optical/electron microscopes, XRD, spectroscopy, and basic device testing (current-voltage) + Familiarity or experience in programming with VBA, LabView, C/C+/C++, SQL Typical Education/Experience **Experienced (Level 3)** Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. **Senior Level (Level 4)** Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. **Relocation:** Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. **Drug Free Workplace:** Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies _._ **Shift:** This position is for 1st shift. At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range Experienced (Level 3): $102,000 - 138,000 Summary pay range Senior (Level 4): $124,950 - 169,050 Applications for this position will be accepted until **May. 20, 2025** **Export Control Requirements:** This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. **Export Control Details:** US based job, US Person required **Relocation** Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. **Visa Sponsorship** Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. **Shift** This position is for 1st shift **Equal Opportunity Employer:** Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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Permanent employment, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Relocation, Visa sponsorship, Work visa, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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