Manager, System Design Engineering

$157,900 - $268,400/Yr

KLA - Milpitas, CA

Full-time - Manager

Milpitas, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Manager of System Design Engineering at KLA will lead the development and launch of next-generation wafer inspection technology, specifically focusing on laser source technology. This role involves managing a technical team and overseeing project objectives while fostering innovation and collaboration within the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Create and actively manage the development schedule to optimize performance, feature content, reliability, cost, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Define and pursue mitigation plans to manage and retire risks in a risk-based program management approach.
• Work with service and manufacturing organizations to establish and meet production ramping and product maintenance requirements.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Management team to maintain productive relationships with critical suppliers.
• Orient the team by discussing schedules, establishing priorities, and presenting changes through regular meetings.
• Develop employees through thoughtful mentoring and leveraging their strengths.

Requirements

• Doctorate (Academic) and at least 2 years of work experience, or Master's Level Degree and at least 3 years of work experience, or Bachelor's Level Degree and at least 4 years of work experience.
• Strong leadership skills with a decisive approach to making difficult decisions and priority calls.
• Excellent communication skills to advocate for action and positive change.
• Creative problem-solving abilities with a proven track record in resolving complex technical issues.

Nice-to-haves

• Intellectual curiosity and a natural problem-solving mindset.
• Desire to grow and develop professionally.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Life insurance and other voluntary benefits.
• 401(K) plan with company matching.
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP).
• Student debt assistance and tuition reimbursement program.
• Development and career growth opportunities.
• Financial planning benefits.
• Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP).
• Paid time off and paid company holidays.
• Family care and bonding leave.