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

Systematically analyze technical manufacturing and field related issues by using diagnostics, protocols, theory of operations, other information and present concepts and solutions to field support team or management for standardization.

Implement optical alignment and metrology process or test/tooling fixtures to improve manufacturing cycle time or cost.

Improve opto-mechanical designs for manufacturability and specify optical components and sub-systems such as lasers, LEDs, optical filters, cameras, sensors, and lens assemblies especially for illumination, imaging, and microscope systems.

Following a design process by performing reviews, technical alignment with vendors, first-article inspection, testing, prototype integration, and design release.

Generate and maintain process and equipment work instructions, drawings, and other production documents to conform to specifications.

Work with Quality and Purchasing departments resolving component/part quality problems, driving overall supplier quality improvements and cost reductions.

Work on a variety of different optical systems from DUV to IR.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor/Master's in Physics or other optic related subject, preferably between 1 - 5 years of relevant work experience

Ability in understanding of optical subsystems and their interface with other subsystems, e.g. mechanical, electrical

Basic experience with optical designs and simulations in Zemax

Programming capabilities with MATLAB or Python for user interfaces would be a nice to have

Able to present and communicate technical data

Ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines

Be able to work in a multi-discipline and multi-culture global team

Experience with spectroscopy, coatings, and optomechanics is a plus

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