Keysight Technologies · 2 months ago
R&D Supervisor
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$122K/yr - $203K/yr
5+ years expKeysight Technologies is a leader in technology innovation, providing solutions in various markets including communications and semiconductor. They are seeking an R&D Supervisor to lead maintenance operations at their semiconductor fabrication facilities, ensuring optimal equipment performance and reliability.
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Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate daily activities of maintenance technicians across multiple shifts
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of tools including various types of metal deposition reactors, PECVD, RIE, wet benches, complex lithography and metrology systems
Develop and implement maintenance schedules, SOPs, and equipment reliability programs
Troubleshoot equipment issues and lead root cause analysis for chronic failures
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize tool performance and minimize downtime
Manage spare parts inventory and vendor relationships for equipment servicing and upgrades
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and cleanroom protocols
Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, tool history, and performance metrics
Train and mentor maintenance staff on best practices and technical procedures
Support facility expansion and equipment installation projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in semiconductor equipment maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
Strong knowledge of III-V semiconductor processes and related equipment (InP, GaAs) as well as 200mm Silicon wafer processing
Familiarity with CMMS systems and equipment monitoring tools
Excellent troubleshooting, organizational, and leadership skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cleanroom manufacturing environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Experience with vacuum systems, RF generators, gas delivery systems, and PLCs
Knowledge of ISO 9001, SPC, and lean manufacturing principles
Certifications in equipment maintenance or safety (e.g., OSHA, SEMI S2)
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision
Health Savings Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, Accident, Disability insurance
Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
401(k) Plan
Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
Paid Family Leave
Discounts, Perks
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
Restricted Stock Units
Company
Keysight Technologies
Keysight Technologies is an electronic measurement company.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.35BKey Investors
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT)
2025-04-10Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-10-02Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-09-15Grant
Leadership Team
Satish Dhanasekaran
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Brad Doerr
Vice President and General Manager
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