Senior Manager, External Programs

OverviewIntroduction to the jobASML leverages a large network of external partnerships to extend our Research and Development roadmaps. ASML has relied upon our engagement with an array of external partners to develop the innovations and technologies required to extend lithography. Together with these partners (including, e.g., Universities and National Laboratories) we execute projects delivering advanced knowledge for technologies aligned with future source needs (DUV, EUV, etc.), as well as enabling a critical talent pipeline towards San Diego. Together with the technologists and business leaders of the business lines, this position will drive the strategy and roadmap for our external partner engagement, and will manage the execution of the agreed portfolio of projects and other interactions with these entities, with the objective of ensuring appropriate technology learning and talent pipelining towards ASML. Responsibilities Coordinate existing external programs, ensuring execution and alignment with each program’s learning and talent objectives. This includes interaction with external program representatives and internal stakeholders (such as project sponsors). Evolve our external program strategy to adapt and improve interactions with external partners, in alignment with the needs of the relevant sectors in the San Diego site (Development and Engineering, Research, and other sectors). Ensure this strategy remains aligned as business and roadmap needs evolve over time. Based on the aligned strategy, expand and/or deepen our network of external partners, identify potential new partners, initiate engagement, and manage existing partner relationships. Develop and manage the financial budget for the interactions. Interface with Legal and Contracts Management to establish required contractual and IP agreements for new interactions or updates based on changes in scope. Together with Government Affairs teams, investigate potential external funding options (grants, etc.) for projects or for establishing teaching capability that may be used to provide additional funding supporting the strategy. Ensure potential talent arising from these interactions is identified and tracked as potential future hires, and track hiring progress across external partner institutions as a key performance metric. Coordinate with cross-sector and supporting functions at ASML to maintain visibility and reputation of ASML and the external partnerships portfolio, including collaborating with internal and external communications, employer branding, legal, export controls, HR, talent acquisition, etc. Plans and coordinates the identification and elicitation of requirements; analyzes requirements for completion and alignment; documents and manages requirements throughout the life of the project; coordinates verification of end deliverables. Builds and reviews improvement solutions and develops recommendations for implementation of improvements, generally at the project level. Leads a medium to large project team; defines the project vision and communicates outcomes needed along with guidance to achieve them; manages resources across projects/programs; negotiates flow of additional team members; builds team capability through training, coaching and mentoring. Education and experience Preferred minimum educational requirement is a Masters or PhD in physical sciences or engineering. Business training (e.g., MBA) highly regarded but not required. Minimum 5 years experience, with at least 3 years experience in managing projects with external business partners; experience with onboarding external partners, including establishing legal/contractual frameworks. Has substantial general work experience with thorough experience in project management in a technical industrial environment. Has expert process and organizational knowledge to make decisions on critical moments in the project. Compensation and benefits The current base annual salary range for this role is $117,000-195,000. Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members. Benefits and general information The Company offers employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can participate in the Company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and thirteen (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information, please contact the Recruiter or click on this link Compensation & Benefits in the US. All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days. Compliance This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology. Diversity and inclusion ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company. Need to know more Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? 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Created: 2025-09-17