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TITLE: SR. THIN FILM MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR, THIN FILM MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Thin Film Manufacturing Engineering , the Sr. Thin Film Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the monitoring, sustaining, and supporting day-to-day thin film manufacturing processes utilizing ion beam techniques, including providing technical support to ensure process reliability; verifying process robustness with characterization of process latitudes through experimentation; improving the efficiency of deposition and/or dry etching processes; developing and implementing practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency; conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; and improving production yields via process/tool manufacturability optimization. This position is located in Milpitas, California.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Monitors, sustains, and supports day-to-day thin film manufacturing processes, programs, and activities
- Ensures process reliability by providing technical support to operators, technicians, and other engineers
- Collaborates with development team regarding new deposition or dry-etching process integration and manufacturing process improvements
- Improves the efficiency of deposition and/or dry etching processes analyzing data, conducting experiments, and researching alternative methods which reduce scrap
- Designs and conducts experiments to verify process robustness with characterization of process latitudes
- Develops and implements practices or methodologies which lower cost, reduce cycle time, and improve operational efficiency
- Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required
- Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
- Partners with equipment and maintenance personnel in order to minimize tool down time
- Uses Statistical Process Control (SPC) to analyze product quality data; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams
- Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics and/or equivalent relevant experience; PhD preferred
- Five years of hands-on experience working in magnetic thin film fabrication or semiconductor industry in manufacturing or process engineering role
- Strong experience with magnetic thin films or semi-conductor fabrication processes
- Hands on experience in SPC and Design of Experiments (DOE)
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of magnetic thin film fabrication techniques using PVD/RIE/ALD/Ion Milling
- Knowledge of semiconductor or magnetic thin film fabrication techniques, processes, and tools
- Knowledge and experience of TMR, CPP GMR, spin transfer oscillator film processes
- Knowledge of surface analytical/materials characterization techniques, including XRD, AFM, TEM, SEM, and FIB
- Knowledge and experience using JMP or Excel and the ability to create macro formulas
- Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
- Able to design experiments, analyze results, and recommend corrective action
- Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, employees, and management
- Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
- Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
- Able to use critical thinking to resolve issues, conduct root cause analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements
- Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
- Flexible and able to prioritize
The annual base salary for this full-time position is between $127,967.00-$188,187.00 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.
TITLE: SR. THIN FILM MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR, THIN FILM MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Thin Film Manufacturing Engineering , the Sr. Thin Film Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the monitoring, sustaining, and supporting day-to-day thin film manufacturing processes utilizing ion beam techniques, including providing technical support to ensure process reliability; verifying process robustness with characterization of process latitudes through experimentation; improving the efficiency of deposition and/or dry etching processes; developing and implementing practices or methodologies which reduce cost and improve operational efficiency; conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective action; and improving production yields via process/tool manufacturability optimization. This position is located in Milpitas, California.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Monitors, sustains, and supports day-to-day thin film manufacturing processes, programs, and activities
- Ensures process reliability by providing technical support to operators, technicians, and other engineers
- Collaborates with development team regarding new deposition or dry-etching process integration and manufacturing process improvements
- Improves the efficiency of deposition and/or dry etching processes analyzing data, conducting experiments, and researching alternative methods which reduce scrap
- Designs and conducts experiments to verify process robustness with characterization of process latitudes
- Develops and implements practices or methodologies which lower cost, reduce cycle time, and improve operational efficiency
- Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective action if required
- Responds to inquiries from other team members, managers, or departments
- Partners with equipment and maintenance personnel in order to minimize tool down time
- Uses Statistical Process Control (SPC) to analyze product quality data; develops charts or reports and presents findings before groups or teams
- Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics and/or equivalent relevant experience; PhD preferred
- Five years of hands-on experience working in magnetic thin film fabrication or semiconductor industry in manufacturing or process engineering role
- Strong experience with magnetic thin films or semi-conductor fabrication processes
- Hands on experience in SPC and Design of Experiments (DOE)
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of magnetic thin film fabrication techniques using PVD/RIE/ALD/Ion Milling
- Knowledge of semiconductor or magnetic thin film fabrication techniques, processes, and tools
- Knowledge and experience of TMR, CPP GMR, spin transfer oscillator film processes
- Knowledge of surface analytical/materials characterization techniques, including XRD, AFM, TEM, SEM, and FIB
- Knowledge and experience using JMP or Excel and the ability to create macro formulas
- Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
- Able to design experiments, analyze results, and recommend corrective action
- Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, employees, and management
- Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
- Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
- Able to use critical thinking to resolve issues, conduct root cause analysis, and make recommendations for process improvements
- Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
- Flexible and able to prioritize
The annual base salary for this full-time position is between $127,967.00-$188,187.00 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.
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Who's Hiring
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in film editor jobs.
- Proficiency in Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro, or DaVinci Resolve
- Portfolio or demo reel demonstrating completed editorial work across multiple projects
- Experience editing in a specific format such as narrative, documentary, or commercial
- Ability to work with multi-cam footage, sync audio, and manage large media libraries
- Familiarity with post-production workflows including color, sound, and delivery standards
- Bachelor's degree in film, media production, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Tips for Your Film Editor Job Search
Tailor your reel to each genre
A single demo reel rarely works for every opening. Cut a narrative version for scripted roles, a fast-paced commercial cut for agency postings, and a doc-style reel for unscripted. Sending the right reel to each employer makes your application far more competitive.
List your NLE software versions precisely
Employers often screen for specific versions of Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, or DaVinci Resolve. Listing just the software name without the version signals you may be behind. Check the job posting and match the version requirement in your resume skills section exactly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists film editor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by post-production workflow
Some roles require you to manage media ingest, proxies, and delivery alongside editing. Others hand those tasks to a post supervisor. Reading the full job description for workflow language tells you whether a role is a good match before you spend time applying.
Prepare a walk-through of one past cut
Hiring editors almost always ask you to explain a specific editorial decision you made. Pick one scene or sequence from your reel and practice describing the structural problem you solved, the pacing choices you made, and what the director or client asked you to change.
Negotiate credit and turnaround, not just rate
On shorter commercial or digital projects, your on-screen credit and the revision cycle terms matter as much as pay. Clarify how many rounds of notes are included, who has final cut, and how your credit is worded before you accept an offer.
Film Editor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most film editors?
The companies hiring the most film editors right now include San Jacinto College, American Window Film, and Safe Haven Defense US, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings are spread across streaming platforms, production companies, advertising agencies, and in-house brand content teams.
How many film editor jobs are remote?
About 27% of film editor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely cloud-based post-production tools have been adopted across the industry. Remote roles are most common in commercial, digital, and social content editing, where media is delivered digitally and client reviews happen over video call rather than in an edit suite.
How do you become a film editor?
Most film editors start as assistant editors, handling media management, syncing dailies, and organizing project bins before cutting anything themselves. Building that foundation gives you technical fluency and industry contacts. From there, cutting low-budget short films, documentaries, or branded content on your own time lets you develop a reel strong enough to move into staff or freelance editor roles.
How do you get hired as a film editor with little experience?
Focus on completing actual projects rather than practice exercises. Short films, nonprofit videos, student productions, and small commercial jobs all produce real credits and reel material. Editors who cut real content, even unpaid early on, demonstrate they can handle a full editorial workflow from ingest to delivery, which is what employers actually screen for in an entry-level candidate.
What does the film editor interview process look like?
Most film editor interviews begin with a reel review where you walk the hiring team through specific cuts and explain your creative decisions. A technical conversation about your NLE workflow and experience with post-production pipelines follows. Some employers give a short editing test using provided footage. Final stages typically involve meeting the director, producer, or head of post to assess fit with the team's working style.
Where can I find and apply to film editor jobs?
You can find and apply to film editor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing.
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