Lap and Polish Operator

An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Cutting Edge Optronics is a leading provider of high-power laser diode arrays, high power pump modules and diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer capable of supplying unmounted diode bars, packaged laser diodes, DPSS modules, laser diode drivers and complete DPSS laser systems. Our diode laser-based products have become industry standards and are used in a wide variety of commercial and military applications. 

Learn more about Cutting Edge Optronics at our website: https://www.northropgrumman.com/who-we-are/cutting-edge-optronics/. 

Northrop Grumman - Cutting Edge Optronics (CEO) is looking for a highly motivated Lap and Polish operator.  The Lap and Polish operator will perform operations associated with lapping and polishing wafers.  Some work takes place in a team-oriented cleanroom. Responsibilities are subject to change dependent upon your personal experience/strengths and specific needs of Cutting Edge Optronics.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of tasks related to operating specialized equipment to precisely grind and polish wafers to the required thickness and surface finish

• Read and follow work instructions or other materials to determine specifications and inspection procedures

• Adjust machine parameters to achieve the desired surface finish and thickness removal rate

• Continuously monitor machine readings and quality control metrics and make necessary adjustments.

• Maintain detailed logs of process parameters and inspection results to identify trends and troubleshoot issues

• Perform routine cleaning and calibration of equipment to maintain optimal performance

• Adhere to strict safety procedures relating to handling hazardous materials

• Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to strict quality control standards

• Notify supervisors or other personnel of production problems

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience.

• Strong visual acuity and attention to detail

• Good oral communication and interpersonal skills

• Able to follow written operational procedures

• Cleanroom experience

• Willingness and capability to learn new tasks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Semiconductor wafer processing experience

• Experience using a stereo zoom or high-power microscope

• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

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