Optics Technology Program Manager (E)
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Job Location:
Milpitas, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 180000 - 306000
Posted on:
09-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows 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
Optics Technology Program Managers are core to KLAs technology while we do not currently have an opening we are always building our Optics Technology Program Managers talent community we are interested in learning about your background.
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Job Responsibilities/Duties
The successful candidate will join a high-caliber team of technologists in the CTO group driving innovation in the areas of sensors sources and optics. The responsibilities of the technology program manager in the TAP group entail:
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 KLAs 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
Required Qualifications
- 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 Qualifications
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Masters Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelors Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years
Base Pay Range: $180000.00 - $306000.00Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLAs total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: 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.Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors including state minimum pay wage rates location job-related skills experience and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 or at 1- to request accommodation.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
Calling the adventurers ready to join a company that's pushing the limits of nanotechnology to keep the digital revolution rolling. At KLA, we're making technology advancements that are bigger—and tinier—than the world has ever seen. Who are we? We research, develop, and manufacture t ... View more
