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New Haven, Connecticut, United States

Process engineer responsible for process development, characterization and optimization in support of quantum circuit fabrication.

Warren, Nj

Microscopy Technician responsibilities included: job intake and planning, sample preparation,and analyzing defects. Also performed characterization of processes, VCSEL devices, andepitaxial structures. Analysis and characterization methods included SEM, FIB, EDAX, SAM and other analytical tools (i.e. profilometers, optical microscopes, etc.). Shifted to the expanding SIMS team in 2021 as a technician and began training as an analyst in 2022.

Port Monmouth, Nj

Site and facilities repairs and remediation. Equipment installations and repair. Inspection and compliance remediation.

Warren, Nj

As a Sustaining Technician provided Engineering support to the manufacturing group with a focus on facilitating quality moves. Made informed decisions based on a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing process. Job functions included: Disposition of non-conforming product. Characterization of defects. Differentiation of random anomalies and true out-of-control (OOC) process conditions. Initiated containment measures when process was deemed OOC. Generated and implemented temporary process changes. Mentored operators and incoming technicians on procedures and practices. Conceived and implemented work-arounds for tool failures. Devised methods to save/recover wafers when standard process steps were ineffective. Specification and documentation of processes and procedures.

Somerset, Nj

Supported Facilities Manager through final phase of cleanroom construction, coordinating work on sprinkler system, exhaust ducts, fire door installation, etc. | Performed installation and prove-in of process equipment including Unaxis CVD and RIE tools, Plasma-Therm PECVD, Ultratech MVS 1500 Series Stepper, Denton Metals evaporator. | Responsible for Photolithography equipment maintenance; performing monthly PM’s, calibration, troubleshooting and repairing stepper and coaters. | Plumbed in house service lines for Nitrogen, Vacuum, CDA, DI Water. | Devised methods to determine whether production errors were the result of equipment malfunction or process issues.