Strategic Applications Programs Manager

KLA; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 147,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA, located in Hillsboro, OR, seeks a senior-level research/engineering leader with deep IC manufacturing experience to drive strategic projects and manage complex programs. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, and shape decisions with senior management.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, program leadership, and the ability to translate architectural vision into executable plans across divisions and geographies, with a strong focus on

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Masters with 6-8 years experience, or Bachelors with 7-10 years, with 3-5 years in IC manufacturing or equivalent.
• Typically requires at least 2 years of management experience.
• Base pay range is shown in the posting: $147,300.00 – $250,400.00 annually.

Responsibilities

• Establishes contracts with internal and external customers and ensures they are met.
• Ensures resource allocation for projects from division, external providers, and customers.
• Effectively builds and manages cohesive teams.
• Develops strategies and plans to save money, improve quality and productivity.
• Develops cross-functional or cross-geographical strategies aligned with architectural vision.

Skills

Management experience

Strategic thinking

Project leadership

Relationship management

Presentation to management

Education

PhD or Masters with 6-8 years

Bachelor’s with 7-10 years

Job description

KLA, located in Hillsboro, OR, seeks a senior-level research/engineering leader with deep IC manufacturing experience to drive strategic projects and manage complex programs. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, and shape decisions with senior management.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, program leadership, and the ability to translate architectural vision into executable plans across divisions and geographies, with a strong focus on