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Director of Engineering role is core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Director of Engineering talent community, we are interested in learning about your background.

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KLA has an opportunity for a Director of Engineering & Program Management position to lead development in the RAPID business segment. The individual will play a key role in Program Management and lead engineering solutions.

Primary responsibilities:

*Lead development execution (performance, cost, schedule, etc.)

*Lead program initiatives as part of Product Lifecycle Cycle (PLC)

*Mentor your team and internal collaborators,, nurture talent, increase job satisfaction and guide team to perform as an elite R&D team.

*Develop personnel and the next generation of leaders

*Support annual strategic planning process to drive business direction

*Lead key supplier in developing and delivering critical subassemblies

*Apply systems engineering principles to the platform subsystem development to ensure a cohesive design approach

*Coordinate and employ usage of the KLA dfX (Design for Excellence) process, ensuring that design requirements are fully formed, and that the designs are well reviewed at each phase of their development

*Drive customer success by delivering solutions that result in a phenomenal outcomes for customer and programs

*Project plan development including schedules and budgets

*Travel - 20%

Preferred qualifications

*Proven record with >10 years of demonstrated ability in technology development

*Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams (Software and Hardware)

*Knowledgeable in mechanical and electrical design techniques

*Experience working with demanding position control system

* Proven track record in leading cross-functional engineering teams through product development and market introduction

*Customer facing experience to support delivering engineering solutions

*Ability to make good decisions in a timely manner

*Excellent communication and organizational skills

Minimum Qualifications

*Doctorate (Academic) with at least 10 years of experience OR

*Master's Level Degree with at least 13 years of experience OR

*Bachelor's Level Degree with at least 15 years of experience

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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. Please contact us at to request accommodation.