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Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer I

Axcelis Technologies · Beverly, MA · Est. USD 66,600–99,900

Last updated Jul 18, 2026 · View original posting

SQA Engineer for testing and validation of Ion Implanter software control systems for wafer processing at Axcelis Technologies. Role involves developing test cases, operating ion implant equipment, and performing hardware/software validation in a cleanroom environment.

Full Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

SQA Engineer:

This position involves the testing of software control of Ion Implanter developed for wafer processing produced by Axcelis Technologies.  The ideal candidate has a strong background working on complex electro-mechanical system, and product testing. 

Job Requirement:

  • Work in a team environment to review requirement and design
  • Develop and validate test case matrices that cover all hardware and software requirements with focus on customer use case.
  • Develop and validate HW and SW installation procedure for release to internal and external customers.
  • Operate Ion Implant equipment and Simulator system to perform hardware and software validation, and utilizing various test methodologies, tools, and applications.
  • Perform thorough investigation of issues that arises during testing, identify root cause, and formulate containment, corrective, and preventive actions.
  • Generate detailed daily report that captures all test results, as well as issues found.
  • Document issues in a Defect Tracking system with a clear and concise problem statement, root cause, supporting data & log files, and provide steps to reproduce and expected behavior.
  • Work in a clean room environment wearing a full clean room suite, and following clean protocol.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:

  • Excellent verbal and writing skills with attention to details for reporting test results.
  • Great analytical, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills for hardware and software failures.
  • Ability to recognize equipment malfunction or operating problems, and provide detail report.
  • Knowledge of High-Voltage & High Current Power Supplies, High Vacuum System, Electro Mechanical Robots, and Hardware communication protocols.
  • Knowledge reading electrical schematic, and mechanical assembly drawing to perform installation and validation.
  • Experience using Multimeter, Oscilloscope, and Various Hand tools
  • Experience soldering electronic components, and crimping electrical wires.
  • Knowledge of the following is a plus:
    • Semiconductor Ion Implant Equipment or related Semiconductor equipment
    • Semiconductor Industry Processes and Standards
    • Semiconductor Factory Automation SECS/GEM SEMI Standard
    • Electrical and Mechanical Design Standards
    • SW Programming Language: C, C++, C#, Unix

Travel Requirement:

  • Up to 10% travel: Domestic and International.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.

Job Location:

  • Beverly, MA.  100% onsite.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT


It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
 

U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE

$66,600.00 - $99,900.00

This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.

Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on

multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work

location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as

you develop within the role.

Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the

Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular

employees working 20+ hours a week).

Requirements

Experience: 0+ years

Education: BACHELOR

Required

Crimping electrical wiresDefect System AdministrationDigital multimeterElectrical Rotating MachinesElectrical schematics reading and interpretationEquipment communication protocolsHigh-voltage power suppliesIon ImplantersOscilloscopeProblem Solving and TroubleshootingSolderingTechnical drawings readingTechnical reporting and documentationTest procedures developmentTest simulation softwareVacuum pumps

Preferred

CC++LinuxMechanical drawing standardsSECS/GEMSEMI StandardSemiconductor automation softwareSemiconductor Capital EquipmentSemiconductor technical documentation

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