Microelectronics Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Microelectronics Engineer to join a National Defense Contract located in Arlington, VA through 100% full onsite presence. The Microelectronics Engineer will serve as a strategic leader focused on accelerating semiconductor prototyping, lab-to-fab transitions, and workforce development.

Responsibilities of the Microelectronics Engineer include:

• Lead tech program focused on improving computer chips for defense tech
• Works with labs, stakeholders, and technical leads to turn ideas into real products and train coworkers
• Plan and organize projects, write reports, suggest funding strategies, and ensure process optimization
• Set up contracts, review proposals, and run meetings to keep stakeholders aligned
• Help create programs to teach the skills for chip manufacturing and defense tech jobs

Qualifications of the Microelectronics Engineer include:

• 14+ years of experience & Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
• 12+ years of experience and Master's Degree in Engineering or related field
• 9+ years of experience and PhD in Engineering or related field
• Expertise in technology development and hardware prototyping
• Experience preparing, coordinating, and presenting briefings
• Demonstrated knowledge of the DOD organizational structure and budgeting process, OSD inter-office coordination & communication protocols
• Experience in supporting science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Compensation for the Microelectronics Engineer includes:

• Salary Range: $160,000-170,000 **depending on experience**
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, Holidays, PTO, sick leave as required by law

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