Senior Product Engineering Manager

SkyWater Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life insurance

Discounted stock purchase

Comprehensive benefits package

Onsite cafeteria

Fitness facility

Job summary

SkyWater Technology is actively seeking a Senior Product Engineering Manager to join their team in Austin, TX. This role involves managing the Wafer Inspection and Defect Density team, leading cross-functional efforts to enhance yield and quality, and implementing long-term strategic planning.

The ideal candidate will possess a technology-related BS degree and at least 10 years of experience in the semiconductor industry. Competitive salary, 401(k) match, and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Experience with defect metrology and yield modeling.
• High internal drive and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage Wafer Inspection and Defect Density team.
• Lead cross-functional teams to enhance yield and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Semiconductor manufacturing

Engineering management

Problem solving

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Technology-related BS degree

Job description

Primary Objective

SkyWater is hiring a Senior Product Engineering Manager for our Austin, TX site.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Manage the Wafer Inspection and Defect Density team for the Austin site, responsible for operations and applications, line health monitoring, and baseline defect improvement.
• Lead a team of engineers, section managers, operators, and technicians.
• Utilize structured problem solving methods (8D, DMAIC, ...) to lead or participate in cross‑functional teams that enhance yield and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to streamline operations and improve key defect metrics.
• Respond quickly and decisively to defect events and excursions to minimize impact, and drive comprehensive corrective and preventative actions.
• Implement risk‑based monitoring regimes to prevent or minimize events through early detection.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal maintenance teams to meet equipment uptime goals.
• Mentor leaders and develop and guide them where needed.
• Define and execute long‑term strategy for the group (tool and systems roadmap, cost, support needs, organization, staffing, succession planning, key metrics, projects, global benchmarking, collaboration, etc.).
• Resolve technical and personnel‑related issues within the team.

Required Qualifications

• A technology‑related BS degree.
• 10 years relevant experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Experience with semiconductor manufacturing and unit process modules, operations and engineering management, defect metrology, yield modeling, physical/elemental analysis, and 6‑sigma methods.
• Track record of formal high‑performance team leadership, including goal management, planning, group development, budgeting, performance reviews, hiring/termination, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• High internal drive with the ability to own, prioritize and perform under pressure.
• Possession of high integrity, accountability, good work ethic, respect for people, and ability to handle conflicts, inspire, develop, empower, and motivate.
• Positive demeanor in tough, demanding environment.
• Demonstrated good communication and audience‑targeted presentation skills to higher level management up to EVP.
• Developed skills in: goal setting and project management, critical thinking and problem solving, communication and presentations, innovative thinking, proactiveness and multitasking, risk management, mentoring, strategic planning.

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentive plan participation. Employee financial benefits including 401(k) match, life insurance, and discounted SkyWater stock purchase. Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, mental health, vision, legal planning, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, onsite cafeteria, fitness facility, and self‑serve market.

EEO

SkyWater is an equal opportunity employer. EOE, including disability/vets.