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

Responsible for providing high level applications support of complex defect and particle measurement systems, high-resolution profiler, optical profiler and thin film thickness measurement. Includes projects related to new product introduction: characterization, alpha testing, beta testing and pilot tools in the ramp phase. Providing escalation support to onsite field service engineer; Leading and coordinating remote/local troubleshooting; Performing experiments to characterize tool/subcomponent performance; Developing recipes to model complex optical applications; Providing application support and training to customers directly. In addition, application engineers will manage in-house customer demonstrations and head-to-head (H2H) activities at customer facilities. Applications is responsible for generating best known method documents and other training material and transferring product knowledge to K-T's worldwide Field Applications team.

Work closely with many organizations including engineering, sales and marketing within K-T and with customer engineers outside K-T.

Worldwide/domestics travel (on average 50%) is required to support products.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must have MS, or PHD in Physics, Optics, Engineering or related fields. Having a background in IC processing/Semiconductor equipment is a plus. Must have excellent communication, organizational, analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skill. Candidate must also be self-driven, yet a strong team player

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer