Micro-Electromechanical Systems Engineer (Engineer Systems 2) - 21448

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Date: Nov 18, 2024

Location: Adelphi, MD, Maryland, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 21448 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $78,257.00 - $120,000.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

 

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Summary

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) Engineer to support our work with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) in Adelphi, MD. The MEMS Engineer will work on-site in an integrated, results-oriented, research and development team environment with the Mechanical Sensing Branch. The MEMS Engineer will work within a clean room, dry room, high-energy laser room, bio-inspired sensor laboratory, and other research and development laboratories to conduct experiments via a combination of manual and software-controlled automated measurements. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and are eager to learn and grow. The selected candidate will work directly with senior technical personnel, program managers, and external organizations to transition prototype systems to the U.S. Army development and acquisition enterprise. 

Come support our work with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!

What You Will Do

  • Characterize experimental MEMS and microelectronics technologies for applications in PNT and Radio Frequency (RF) spectrum sensing. 
  • Execute experiments via a combination of manual and software-controlled automated measurements with a wide variety of characterization instruments and device technologies.
  • Perform basic data analysis, document experimental procedures and results, deliver presentations, and participate in design reviews.
  • Execute finite element modeling, with guidance from design engineers, of advanced MEMS devices utilizing software such as ANSYS or COMSOL.
  • Develop experiment apparatus tools and setup procedures, maintain, and calibrate microelectronics characterization equipment, and interface with equipment vendors for service/support. 
  • Collaborate with team members and external partners to realize advances in the state-of-the-art of inertial and RF sensors and assist in the design of experiments.
     

Minimum Qualifications

  • Level 2 - 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
  • Level 3 - 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
  • Experience or familiarity with microelectronics characterization equipment, such as network analyzers, oscilloscopes, RF and DC probe stations, LCR meters, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, profilometers, laser doppler vibrometers, or lock-in amplifiers.
  • Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
     

Preferred: Bonus Points For

  • 3 years or more experience with microelectronics, semiconductor, or MEMS characterization.
  • Working knowledge of ANSYS or COMSOL.
  • Working knowledge of MATLAB or Python.
  • Proficient in MS Office products, including MS EXCEL and MS PowerPoint.
  • Interest in advancing and prioritizing national security technologies.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

 

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Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.