Photolithography Process Engineering Lead
Lockheed Martin
Job ID: 696700BR Date posted: Jul. 07, 2025
Description:You will be a Photolithography Process Engineering Lead at our Lockheed Martin Santa Barbara Focalplane site in Goleta, CA. We are seeking a Photolithography Subject Matter Expert to join our team and provide technical expertise and leadership in photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing.
What You Will Be Doing
As the SME for Photolithography, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and leadership in the development, implementation, and optimization of photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing. This will include expertise in areas such as:
• Lithography process development and optimization, including resist material selection, coating, and development
• Lithography equipment operation and maintenance, including stepper and scanner systems
• Photolithography process control and metrology, including critical dimension (CD) control and overlay metrology
• Lithography-related defect reduction and yield enhancement
The successful candidate will have a strong background in semiconductor manufacturing, with a focus on photolithography processes, and will be able to apply their technical expertise to improve yield, throughput, and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement new photolithography processes and techniques to improve yield, throughput, and quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality, to ensure seamless integration of photolithography processes into overall semiconductor manufacturing
• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues related to photolithography, including equipment, process, and material issues
• Develop and maintain documentation, including process recipes, operating procedures, and technical reports
• Provide training and guidance to junior engineers and technicians on photolithography processes and equipment
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in photolithography, and apply this knowledge to improve company processes and products
Why Join Us
As a Photolithography Process Engineering Lead, joining our team means becoming a vital part of a mission that safeguards those who serve and protect our national security. You'll be working within a team environment, with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that make a real difference. If you're passionate about collaborating and contributing to a cause that has a true impact on global security, this is the place for you.
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is located in Santa Barbara (Goleta), CA. Discover Santa Barbara
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as physics, chemistry, materials science, or electrical engineering, etc.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, with a focus on photolithography processes
• In-depth knowledge of photolithography principles, processes, and equipment, including lithography tools, resists, and process chemicals
• Experience with process development, optimization, and troubleshooting, as well as equipment maintenance and repair
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance and training to junior engineers and technicians
• This position is located at a facility that requires special access, therefore U.S. citizenship is required
Desired Skills:
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in a relevant field
• Experience with advanced photolithography techniques
• Familiarity with semiconductor industry standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and design of experiments (DOE) methodologies
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $134,000 - $236,325. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $154,100 - $267,145. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Electro-Optical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:You will be a Photolithography Process Engineering Lead at our Lockheed Martin Santa Barbara Focalplane site in Goleta, CA. We are seeking a Photolithography Subject Matter Expert to join our team and provide technical expertise and leadership in photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing.
What You Will Be Doing
As the SME for Photolithography, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and leadership in the development, implementation, and optimization of photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing. This will include expertise in areas such as:
• Lithography process development and optimization, including resist material selection, coating, and development
• Lithography equipment operation and maintenance, including stepper and scanner systems
• Photolithography process control and metrology, including critical dimension (CD) control and overlay metrology
• Lithography-related defect reduction and yield enhancement
The successful candidate will have a strong background in semiconductor manufacturing, with a focus on photolithography processes, and will be able to apply their technical expertise to improve yield, throughput, and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement new photolithography processes and techniques to improve yield, throughput, and quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality, to ensure seamless integration of photolithography processes into overall semiconductor manufacturing
• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues related to photolithography, including equipment, process, and material issues
• Develop and maintain documentation, including process recipes, operating procedures, and technical reports
• Provide training and guidance to junior engineers and technicians on photolithography processes and equipment
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in photolithography, and apply this knowledge to improve company processes and products
Why Join Us
As a Photolithography Process Engineering Lead, joining our team means becoming a vital part of a mission that safeguards those who serve and protect our national security. You'll be working within a team environment, with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that make a real difference. If you're passionate about collaborating and contributing to a cause that has a true impact on global security, this is the place for you.
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is located in Santa Barbara (Goleta), CA. Discover Santa Barbara
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as physics, chemistry, materials science, or electrical engineering, etc.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, with a focus on photolithography processes
• In-depth knowledge of photolithography principles, processes, and equipment, including lithography tools, resists, and process chemicals
• Experience with process development, optimization, and troubleshooting, as well as equipment maintenance and repair
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop effective solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance and training to junior engineers and technicians
• This position is located at a facility that requires special access, therefore U.S. citizenship is required
Desired Skills:
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in a relevant field
• Experience with advanced photolithography techniques
• Familiarity with semiconductor industry standards and regulations, such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and design of experiments (DOE) methodologies
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $134,000 - $236,325. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $154,100 - $267,145. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Electro-Optical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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