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Wire Bonding Technician

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General Description:
As a wire bonding technician, you will be wire bonding Focal Plane Array using automatic wire bonders.

Essential Duties:
Supports FPA wire bonding duties
Responsible for wire bond machine setup, parameter settings, process verification, and maintenance
Create auto wire bond programs and loop profiles
Wire bond process characterization and optimization to achieve desired wire bond specification
Skills in dressing wires using probe and in using oiler tools
Ability to handle small precision components
Record and document results for repeatability and production readiness
Follows travelers and work instructions for all work performed on hardware
Promptly documents and reports any damage occurring from wire bonding performed
Supports efforts to identify and correct root causes of damage
Ensures that all work performed meets Quality Assurance requirements
Updates and maintains wire bonding schedules
Observe ESD and safety practices and clean room practices
Other duties as assigned
Able to work flex schedule and overtime as needed

Required Skills:  
Related technical experience in automatic wire bonding, prefer experience with Palomar and Hesse automatic machines.
This position requires candidates that are able to work their entire shift within a clean room laboratory wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. 
Must be able to follow detailed instructions, pay attention to detail, and accurately enter data  
Detail oriented, problem solver, promotes team environment
Demonstrate a sense of urgency in completing work assignments
Good time management and organizational skills
Ability to instantly adapt to a flexible and changing schedule
Computer/software skills (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word)
Strong communication skills

Required Education:
High School Diploma required 
Associates degree preferred

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work within a clean room environment wearing personal protective equipment to include lab coveralls, chemical apron, hood, face mask, hairnets, safety gloves and goggles
Walking and/or standing may be required for 70-80% of the day
Must possess motor skills appropriate to the task
Must be able to lift/push/pull 25-30 pounds consistently

Special Requirements: 
US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance

Compensation:
The pay range for this position is $36.79 - $44.87 per hour + bonus + benefits.
Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

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