Senior Field Support Supervisor - SPTS - Plasma Etch and Deposition Systems

KLA; Hillsboro, Beaverton (OR, OR); On-site; USD 81,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

KLA is seeking a hands-on Senior Field Support Supervisor to lead field service execution in Hillsboro, Oregon. You will coordinate troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including plasma etch, dry etch, PVD, and CVD systems, ensuring maximum tool performance and uptime.

You will build strong customer relationships, provide technical feedback for product improvements, and mentor engineers while coordinating rapid responses to critical issues

Qualifications

• BS/AA degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• 3–5 years supporting semiconductor capital equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on semiconductor equipment (plasma etch, dry etch, PVD, CVD) to maximize tool uptime.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and represent KLA professionally to support broader product portfolio.
• Provide timely technical feedback to drive product improvements and enhance processes.
• Assure training and certification of a team of engineers.
• Develop a positive, collaborative work environment and a strong leader for the team.
• Coordinate rapid response to critical issues and drive customer escalations.
• Drive operational excellence through disciplined systems and documentation.
• Present business updates and performance insights to senior leadership.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, customers, and leadership.
• Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing field support team.

Skills

Semiconductor equipment

Lead supervision

RF systems

Vacuum systems

Plasma processing

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Project management

Communication skills

Bosch process

Preventive maintenance

Team development

Education

BS/AA degree or equivalent

Job description

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.

Group/Division

The KLA Services team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The KLA Services organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the high performance and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Field Support Supervisors are core to KLA’s technology. At KLA, we develop industry‑leading semiconductor process control solutions that power innovation across the global electronics ecosystem. We’re seeking a hands‑on Senior Field Support Supervisor to lead field service execution and deliver exceptional customer results. For the SPTS Toolset position, candidates should possess a strong technical foundation in electronics, RF systems, mechanical engineering, vacuum technology, and plasma processing equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Perform coordination of troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including plasma etch, dry etch, PVD, and CVD systems, ensuring maximum tool performance and uptime.
• Knowledge of and experience required with: Chamber, Plasma Etch, Dry Etch, RF Systems, Vacuum Systems, Semiconductor Equipment, Preventive Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Bosch Process, Surface Inspection, PVD, CVD.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships while representing KLA professionally and identifying opportunities to support the broader product portfolio.
• Provide timely technical feedback to drive continuous product improvements and enhance business processes.
• Assure training and certification of a team of engineers.
• Develop and drive a positive, collaborative work environment and a positive leader who can develop the team.
• Learn/ Model KLA business processes and drive customer.
• Coordinate rapid response to critical issues and drive customer escalations to ensure a customer focused approach.
• Drive operational excellence through strong systems, documentation, and execution discipline.
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
• Manage cost through effective resource deployment and install case oversight.
• Present business updates and performance insights to senior leadership.
• Represent Customer Operations in Product Life Cycle teams.
• Partner cross‑functionally with engineering, customers, and leadership.
• Hire, coach, and develop a high‑performing field support team.

What You Bring

• 3–5 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• 3–5 years supporting semiconductor capital equipment.
• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment, particularly etch and plasma processing systems, is highly preferred.
• Strong communication skills across RF, pneumatic, vacuum, and electronic systems (AC and DC), with the ability to apply structured fault isolation models.
• Working knowledge of plasma etch processes, including Bosch processing, etch rate optimization, ash rate performance, and SurfScan defect analysis.
• Experience supporting customers through system commissioning, corrective maintenance, equipment repair, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Clear communication and confident presentation abilities.
• Customer‑first mindset with strong interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

BS/AA degree or equivalent experience

Base Pay Range

$81,300.00 - $138,200.00 Annually

Primary Location

USA-OR-Hillsboro-Beaverton-KLA

KLA’s 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.

Pay and Benefits Details

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.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

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.

Recruiting Process

KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers.

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