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**Microelectronic Technician 1** Manhattan Beach, CA Posted: 5/8/2025

Job Description

Job ID#:

211304

Job Category:

IT/Technical

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

26

Positions Available:

5

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Microelectronic Technician 1, in Manhattan Beach, CA. Job ID#211304

Pay Rate $29/hr.

Job Description:

Description

The client we have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Their pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. They are looking for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way...

Responsibilities:

* Operate, monitor, and maintain semiconductor processing equipment (e.g., photolithography, etch, deposition, metrology, packaging).

* Load/unload wafers and ensure proper documentation and handling.

* Perform routine equipment startups, shutdowns, and calibrations.

* Assist in troubleshooting and recovering process deviations or equipment issues.

* Follow detailed work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.

* Accurately record data and maintain production logs and reports.

* Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to support process improvement initiatives.

* Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the cleanroom environment.

Basic Qualifications for Semiconductor Fab Technician:

* High school diploma or GED.

* Computer & communication skills (Microsoft Office)

* U.S. Citizenship required.

* Ability to work in a cleanroom (gowning required) and handle small, delicate components.

* Excellent communication skills and a strong team-oriented attitude.

* May require standing for long periods, lifting up to 25 lbs, and working in shifts, including nights or weekends

Preferred Qualifications for Semiconductor Fab Technician:

* Experience in FOD controlled lab environment

* Familiarity with shop order or manufacturing execution systems (MES)

* Associate degree or technical training in Electronics, or related field. - Experience with legacy semiconductor tools, including both wet and dry processes.

* Exposure to low-volume, high-mix R&D or prototyping environments.

* Basic understanding of process flows across front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

+ The California Fair Chance Act

+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled