Principal Applications Scientist – Mass Spectrometry
On-siteMilpitas, California, United States
Job Summary
Develop intricate operational knowledge of MS products and provide hands-on experience with instrument configuration, calibration, validation, and performance testing. Lead technical engagements with semiconductor manufacturing customers by preparing customer-facing material, conducting pre-sale demonstrations, and delivering HW/SW training sessions. Support Aston evaluations at OEMs and fabs while identifying key application-specific requirements early in the customer engagement process. Create application-specific solution bundles, write proposals, and acquire sample analysis data to close sales opportunities. Contribute to product roadmaps by breaking down system specifications into component performance requirements and participate in development reviews. Requires a Master's or Ph.D. with 6+ years of experience, 5+ years with mass-spectrometry solutions, and familiarity with semiconductor processes. Includes up to 30% domestic and international travel.
Required Qualifications
- US Citizen, Green Card holders
- M.Sc. degree with 6+ years' work experience or Ph.D. with 2+ yrs. work experience in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years hands-on experience with the development of mass-spectrometry based solutions for novel applications
- Experience with analytical instruments such as mass spectrometers, gas analyzers, or plasma diagnostics
- Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes (etch, CVD, ALD)
- Sound understanding of the new product introduction process, including the definition of new product requirements, prototypes evaluation, and ability to diagnose and debug systems level issues
- Proven success in delivering customer-facing presentations and conducting pre-sale product demonstrations
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Up to 30% domestic and international travel expectations
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of control hardware e.g. PLC and software scripting using platforms e.g. Python and Lab-view is desirable
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