Senior Product Engineering Manager

Primary Objective

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

About the Role

Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Wafer Inspection and Defect Density team for the Austin site, which is 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. 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include a technology-related BS degree, 10 years relevant experience in the semiconductor industry, and possession of high integrity, accountability, good work ethic, respect for people, and ability to handle conflicts, inspire, develop, empower, and motivate.

Skills

Skills required include structured problem solving methods (8D, DMAIC, …), continuous improvement activities, risk-based monitoring regimes, and mentoring.

Benefits

Competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate. Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site cafeteria, fitness facility, and self-serve market.

Pay

Competitive salary.

Schedule

Flexible schedule.