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Sr Failure Analysis Technician (Night Shift - N2/D Shift))

GlobalFoundries

Malta, NYFull-time$48–83K/yrPosted 1mo agoStill listed today

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Compensation
$48–83K/yr
Location
Malta, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Sr Failure Analysis Technician works in GlobalFoundries’ Failure Analysis Laboratory at its 300mm fab in Malta, New York. The role conducts routine analytical work using documented procedures, prepares samples, operates and maintains analytical equipment, and reports results. The position is on a 12-hour night shift, Wednesdays through Fridays and alternating Saturdays. The ideal candidate has technical understanding of semiconductor failure analysis and manufacturing.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Semiconductor Failure Analysis, nice to haveSample Preparation, nice to haveImaging, nice to haveAnalytical Techniques, nice to haveSemiconductor Technology, nice to haveSemiconductor Manufacturing, nice to haveEnglish Fluency, requiredShift Work, requiredFollowing Procedures, requiredAttention to Detail, requiredTimeliness, requiredMultitasking, requiredPrioritization, requiredSemiconductor Process Knowledge, nice to haveSEM, nice to haveFIB, nice to haveTEM, nice to haveTEM Imaging, nice to haveFailure Analysis Methodologies, nice to have

Qualifications

Associate Degree or Equivalent Military Training/Experience, required2+ Years Relevant Lab Experience, requiredFluent English, required

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave

Full job description

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role: This position is in the Failure Analysis Laboratory in GlobalFoundries 300mm fab in Malta, New York. The ideal candidate will have some technical understanding in semiconductor failure analysis using sample preparation, imaging, and analytical techniques. The candidate will have a solid understanding of semiconductor technology and manufacturing. This is a night shift position 7PM - 7AM working on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays + alternating Saturdays. Shift differential of 12.5% applies.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Conduct routine analytical jobs using defined and documented procedures meeting or exceeding cycle time and quality standard expectations
  • Interact with lab engineers & managers defining analytical methods needed to achieve expected results, meeting expectations of analyses and interpretation of results
  • Perform basic preventive maintenance activities of analytical equipment as needed. Assure smooth operation by minimizing stand-by and idle time
  • Perform necessary sample preparation techniques (ex. TEM/SEM sample preparation etc.) to enable subsequent analyses to be conducted
  • Use standard software applications for analytical job management and results reporting
  • Identify and address potential areas for improvement and optimization, cycle time, utilization and cost
  • Assists with training others to increase efficiency
  • Good team player, strong work ethic, train new team members as needed and other duties as assigned, and proactively promotes a positive work environment
  • Complete all required reporting and documentation
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement processes with a sense of urgency

Other Responsibilities:

  • Understand and follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures and requirements
  • Conduct routine analytical jobs using defined and documented procedures meeting or exceeding cycle time and quality standard expectations

Required Qualification:

  • Education - 2 Year Technical/associate’s degree in science, Math, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training / experience in addition to minimum of 2-3 years relevant lab experience
  • Fluency in English Language – both written & verbal
  • Able to perform shift work on a 12-hour night shift schedule
  • Able to follow work and safety procedures for the laboratory environment
  • Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation; demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring a high level of attention to detail and timeliness
  • Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize activities

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Semiconductor process knowledge
  • Experience using SEM, FIB, TEM sample preparation, TEM imaging
  • Direct experience working in an analytical laboratory, preferably related to failure analysis, materials science, inorganic chemistry or semiconductor manufacturing would be an advantage
  • Direct knowledge of one or more analysis methodologies used in failure analysis for state-of-the-art semiconductor manufacturing

We offer industry leading benefits including:

  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
  • Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Quarterly performance bonus

Expected Salary Range $48,200.00 - $83,200.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

How this job compares

Set against the 2,183 open Laboratory Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$48–83K/yr
  • New York median$50–83K/yr47 salary ranges
  • US median$51–72K/yr274 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $66K, is close to the New York median midpoint ($66K) — in the middle half of Laboratory Technician salary ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 192 open Laboratory Technician jobs in New York and 2,183 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Laboratory Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (906 postings).
Education
280 of the 2,183 open Laboratory Technician jobs (13%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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