Microwave Technician II - Weekend Nights

MRSI Die Bonding Assembly Technician

Job Description Please note this position supports our Weekend Night Shift working Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 3:00PM to 3:00AM. You will work 36 Hours and be paid for 40 Hours plus earn a 15% pay premium. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safely. Role Summary The MRSI Die Bonding Assembly Technician is responsible for the high-precision attachment of semiconductor dies to substrates, specifically within the production of RF and microwave components. This role requires extreme attention to detail, mastery of micro-assembly techniques, and the ability to work under high-magnification optics to ensure the electrical and mechanical integrity of mission-critical components. Key Responsibilities

• Die Attach Operations: Perform precision die bonding using various methods, including epoxy bonding and eutectic bonding, ensuring accurate placement and orientation of dies on substrates.
• Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain automated and semi-automated die bonders and curing ovens.
• Microscope Proficiency: Utilize high-power microscopes for alignment, inspection, and verification of bond quality and die placement.
• Quality Control: Conduct visual inspections and perform in-process quality checks to ensure components meet strict RF microwave specifications and tolerances.
• Technical Documentation: Maintain accurate production logs, route sheets, and quality reports. Document any deviations or non-conformances in accordance with factory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Process Engineers to optimize bonding parameters and troubleshooting assembly failures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods while performing precision work.
• Manual dexterity required for handling fragile components and small tools.
• Ability to work in a controlled cleanroom environment.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Technical Skills: Proven proficiency in die attach processes and the use of precision tooling.
• Visual Acuity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and the ability to perform repetitive tasks under a microscope for extended periods.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• RF Knowledge: Familiarity with the unique requirements of RF/Microwave components (e.g., minimizing parasitic inductance, managing thermal expansion).
• Tooling: Experience with ultrasonic wire bonding or flip-chip technology.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $41844 - $66952 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.