JOB ID: 729168BR
Date posted: May. 21, 2026
Description:
You will be the Semiconductor Hermetic Packaging Process Engineer for the Semiconductor Packaging Team. Our team is responsible for advancing hermetic packaging solutions for infrared sensor modules.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Semiconductor Hermetic Packaging Process Engineer you will be responsible for developing, qualifying, and sustaining dewar process modules that enable high‑yield production of IR sensors.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
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Define, develop, and transfer hermetic‑packaging processes for IR sensor modules.
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Own equipment lifecycle, including capital identification, qualification, validation, and preventive maintenance.
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Write and maintain process work instructions, operational instructions, and inspection plans.
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Conduct statistical process control, capability assessments, and continuous monitoring.
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Lead risk assessments, PFMEA, and corrective‑action investigations to ensure reliability.
Why Join Us
We seek a collaborative engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving continuous improvement. This role offers the chance to shape cutting‑edge packaging technology, work with cross‑functional teams, and make a tangible impact on mission‑critical sensor performance.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options.
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Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Santa Barbara. Discover more about our Santa Barbara, California location.
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MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Materials, Mechanical Engineering or Similar discipline
Minimum 2 Years of Experience related to Manufacturing Engineering Disciplines (Product/Process/Operations/Quality)
Experience in Mechanical Precision Alignment and/or Wire bonding
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite of Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent written/oral communication, strong problem‑solving/root‑cause analysis, cross‑functional collaboration.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Desired Skills:
Experience in Laser Welding, Vacuum Processing, Painting, Machining, 3D Printing, Mechanical Design (CREO) Experience, Automated System Programming (G-Code, LabVIEW, MatLAB, Other)
Experience working in clean room environment with ESD protection protocols.
Green / Black Belt LSS Certification (DOE, SPC, JMP, Data Scripting)
Familiarity with ERP/CDM Systems (SAP, Windchill preferred)
Familiarity with Project Planning Tools (IMS, Gantt Charts, BOEs)
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
Secret
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, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $76,500 - $134,895. 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, Massachusetts, and New York is $88,000 - $152,490. 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:
Manufacturing
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
First
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
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