Senior Staff Systems Engineer

Description /Preferred QualificationsThe qualified candidate will join a high-caliber team developing the next generation EUV actinic mask inspection platform. The candidate is expected to act as a lead, and to coordinate across different functions: working with mechanical, optical, electrical, software, and other systems engineers in order to meet stringent technical, schedule, and budgetary requirements.Candidates should have a strong and diverse technical background, and preferably have experience taking projects from requirements through first article testing, and hand off to manufacturing.The role will involve requirements development, system design, and testing of complex inspection systems using expertise from multiple technical disciplines.Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.The selected candidate will:Help define subsystem architectures, develop requirement specifications and test plansWork with functional groups to define and review designs.Participate in prototype integration and testing of assemblies, subsystems and systems.Create and execute test plans and perform analysis to validate system performance.Create and document calibration, manufacturing, and service proceduresWill trouble shoot system and subsystem issues and work with various subsystem teams to find and implement solutionsSupport internal and external customers in implementing processes to build and use the tool effectively and optimize tool performance. Lead troubleshoot efforts in manufacturing and in the fieldPreferred qualifications:Strong background in engineering or the physical sciences and demonstrated analysis and problem solving skillsGood understanding of Optical, Electromechanical and Software systems and their interactions in the context of complex industrial equipment.Strong diagnostic and trouble shooting skills in optics, opto-mechanics, and motion control systemsExperience with lasers and illumination systems, CCD/CMOS cameras is a plusExperience with scripting languages, such as Python, would be a plusExperience in developing a subsystem in one or more of the above areas are highly desirableAgility and ability to thrive on a fast paced program and respond quickly to field and internal escalationsMust be an effective communicator able to share technical information with functional groups and provide executive level reports to management and customersIndustrial experience in one or more of the following:System engineeringMechatronicsOptical systemsImaging systemsComplex systemsTravel will be requiredMinimum QualificationsDoctorate (Academic) or work experience of 5 years , Master's Level Degree or work experience of 6 years , Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 7 yearsBase Pay Range: $180,000.00 - $306,000.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: 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 terns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. 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Created: 2026-03-18