KLA · 2 days ago
Optics Technology Program Manager (E)
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$180K/yr - $306K/yr
5+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. The Optics Technology Program Manager will work closely with strategic suppliers and drive innovation in the areas of sensors, sources, and optics, ensuring technology success from R&D to production.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Work closely with strategic suppliers in the design, development and manufacturing of advanced optical systems
Support projects from R&D to production escalations
Engage with KLA technologist at the architecture stage and provide relevant technical input related to optics supplier selection, technical risk assessment and manufacturability
Provide support for the development of prototype optical elements and coatings through modeling, prototyping and detailed test plans
Develop supplier technology roadmap to enable KLA’s product roadmap
Provide leadership and continuity of relationship with technology supplier
Be accountable for technology success from R&D to Production
Drive coordination between CTO, Divisions, and other teams
Provide R&D support and strategize new requests from divisions
Support technology prototyping, problem solving and risk mitigation
Qualification
Required
PhD or MS in Optics, Physics, EE or related field with a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience
Experience in optical inspection and metrology systems
Must be respected as a subject matter expert in their field coupled with a track record of collaborating across teams to achieve a common goal
Technical expertise in coatings including coating designs, coating processes, coating materials is highly desired
Hands-on experience with optical material characterization, thin film coating systems and technologies. Ability to troubleshoot and problem solving
Must have good communication and collaboration skills, experience with customer presentations and ability to resolve conflicts
Ability to travel up to 10% internationally
Preferred
Knowledge of DUV/UV optics suppliers, coating equipment manufacturers
Familiarity with thin film metrology methods (e.g. Spectroscopy, Ellipsometry, SEM/TEM, AFM, EDS, and XRD, etc.) and defect analysis
Understanding of photo-contamination control, cleanroom protocols, and optics cleaning/surface preparation techniques
Knowledge of lasers and understanding of laser damage threshold and DUV degradation mechanisms
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Other voluntary benefits
401(K) including company matching
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
Student debt assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Development and career growth opportunities and programs
Financial planning benefits
Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Company
KLA
Kla creates tools and services that promote innovation in the electronics industry.
10001+ employees
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