Metals Deposition Engineer

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Metals Deposition Engineer At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a highly motivated, hands-on Metals Deposition Engineer (0–2 years of experience) to join our team supporting mission-critical research initiatives within the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) cleanroom. This entry-level role is an exceptional growth opportunity for a recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, who is eager to train into the facility's thin-film deposition Subject Matter Expert (SME). You will operate and maintain complex high-vacuum deposition systems (e-beam evaporation, magnetron sputtering), optimize process recipes, utilize analytical metrology tools (SEM, profilometry), and support secondary cleanroom processes like photolithography and wafer dicing, with prior cleanroom and laboratory experience considered a strong plus. Strong mechanical aptitude is required to maintain and troubleshoot equipment, while excellent organizational skills are key to managing inventory tracking and weekly environmental hazardous waste inspections. Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, modify and repair equipment used for the development of semiconductor materials/devices and integrated circuits
• Operate and maintain metal vapor deposition systems
• Act as the subject matter expert of the metals deposition systems
• Support operation and maintenance of cleanroom facility.
• Optimize process recipes
• Manage inventory tracking and inspections of environmental hazardous waste

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site at AFRL, Wright-Patterson AFB, Oh
• Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
• Working Hours: Standard

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 0-2 years' experience.
• Security Clearance: Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Cleanroom/Laboratory Experience: Demonstrates hands-on experience with cleanroom and laboratory environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together. KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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