Senior Technical Program Lead, eBeam Metrology

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 206,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

life

401(K) including company matching

employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

tuition reimbursement program

paid time off

paid company holidays

Job summary

KLA is seeking a Technical Program Manager in Milpitas, CA to lead complex cross‑functional eBeam inspection programs. You will manage scope, schedule, and cost, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, and customers to ensure successful deployment and ramp.

The role requires a doctorate or equivalent experience with 12+ years in program management, systems engineering, or related leadership. Occasional travel is expected as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or related field.
• Experience leading large cross‑functional programs in semiconductor equipment.
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead sophisticated eBeam inspection product development programs.
• Drive program execution across engineering, manufacturing, applications, service, quality, suppliers, and operations.
• Develop and maintain program plans, risk mitigation, and executive communications.
• Partner with leaders to optimize product performance and customer value.
• Lead beta sites, customer engagements, and product introductions.
• Influence product strategy and roadmaps across teams.
• Foster global collaboration and accountability in a matrix environment.

Skills

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Influence skills

Cross-functional leadership

Lifecycle management

Systems engineering

Semiconductor knowledge

Program governance

Risk mitigation

Customer engagement

Education

Doctorate (Academic) Degree

Master’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

KLA is seeking a Technical Program Manager in Milpitas, CA to lead complex cross‑functional eBeam inspection programs. You will manage scope, schedule, and cost, coordinating engineering, manufacturing, and customers to ensure successful deployment and ramp.

The role requires a doctorate or equivalent experience with 12+ years in program management, systems engineering, or related leadership. Occasional travel is expected as projects demand.