Sr. Systems Engineer (Technical Program/Project Management)(E)

Base Pay Range: $110,900.00 - $188,500.00

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Systems Engineer's are core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Systems Engineering talent community, we are interested in learning about your background.

Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA.

Join our world class System Engineering team! In this exciting role you will handle complex relationships within KLA and the Engineering teams we work with, you will also be responsible for:

1) Systems engineering on a next-generation Multi-Beam E-Beam reticle inspector, and work closely with various subsystems including source, electron optics, opto-mechanics, vacuum, electronics, software, and algorithms.

2) You will allocate requirements to the subsystems, calculate error budgets, define and resolve interfaces and working parameters for the efficient hardware/software/algorithm performance of the tool.

3) The candidate will also conduct prototype experiments and data analyses to validate architectural choices. Innovation, willing to put in extra efforts, teamwork, and attention to details are key attributes of the job.

4) Clear oral and written communication skills are important as the applicant is expected to be a conduit between systems engineering management and the program management. Candidate will be closely coordinating with program management and project mgt, so experience in project planning and project management also highly desired.

5) Additional desired background in data analytics with knowledge to process large amounts of data and distill key trades toward decisions.

Preferred skills for the role:

A) 4 plus yrs of experience with system engineering development of complex Semiconductor system and applying systems engineering principles to predict tool performance to find areas for system improvement.

B) 2 or more years of experience in handling sophisticated systems and driving engineering teams.

C) Experience with electron-beam systems and reticle inspection and processing systems.

D) Create and complete tests and experiments to understand and improve overall system performance.

E) Strong coordination emphasis with ability to drive/handle daily engineering activity in alignment with internal systems initiatives.

F) Additional emphasis on soft skills, project management capability, and ability to be customer facing.

G) Lead role reporting into program to align with Hardware/Systems/SW/Algo teams in developing & driving engineering engagement.

H) Key near term initiatives in supporting key decisions toward technical initiatives and technical investment toward near term and long term roadmaps.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) with 3 years of work experience.

Master's Level Degree & related work experience of 6 years.

Bachelor's Level Degree and related work exp of 8 years.

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: medical, dental, vision, life, and 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 and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.