Manager, Applications Science

Onto Innovation is a leader in process control, combining global scale with an expanded portfolio of leading-edge technologies that include: 3D metrology spanning the chip from nanometer-scale transistors to micron-level die-interconnects; macro defect inspection of wafers and packages; metal interconnect composition; factory analytics; and lithography for advanced semiconductor packaging. Our breadth of offerings across the entire semiconductor value chain helps our customers solve their most difficult yield, device performance, quality, and reliability issues. Onto Innovation strives to optimize customers’ critical path of progress by making them smarter, faster and more efficient.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

• Provides direct supervision to a team of applications scientists and engineers, and their effective performance and talent management. Set clear goals for the team members and provide guidance to ensure the success of the team members to meet the goals.
• Identify and manage priorities and milestones for key projects. Develop clear project schedule, resource plan and track progress. Develop value proposition and effective project summaries for Executive meetings.
• Accountability and project management for all demos, beta testing, head-to-head(H2H), and tools in ramp phase at the customer.
• Handles all field escalations. Provides escalation support to on-site applications team; leading and coordinating remote/local troubleshooting
• Responsible for Product Development efforts. Leads projects related to new product introduction, PLC, alpha characterization, Beta testing, gap analysis, and is responsible for successful and high-quality implementation of projects.
• Responsible for driving team to execute on Onto’s strategic plans
• Technical expert leading strategic activities
  • Customer Focus: considered an expert on specific customer use case. Understand customer needs, objectives, strategy and direction.
  • Communication: proactively interacts across organizational, geographical, and cultural boundaries. Is able to present ideas in a convincing and professional manner to executive management. Interactions outside of span of control will involve recommending and persuading.
  • Discovers customer high value problems, understands options and influences the customer ’s technical choices.
  • Participates in the development and ensures the implementation of processes, standards, and guidelines.
  • Accountable for documenting Best Known Methods (BKMs)/Use Cases/Publications and other training materials and transferring knowledge worldwide field applications team.
• Owns Customer Relationships
  • Develops and manages relationships with technical buyers. Improves customer preference to engage Onto on technical problems. Build relationships with senior technical personnel at customers (at the level of Section / Department Managers and higher)
  • Takes the lead in positioning new technologies to customers.  Interfaces with customers at the key development and manufacturing sites to form strategic partnerships to evaluate new and emerging technologies and oversees joint development activities or beta-site testing programs. Makes executive level presentations.
  • Responsible for arranging and driving all TRMs and technical engagement programs with customers.

Qualifications

Successful candidates for this position will have

• PhD in Applied Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or related science and engineering field
• 5 years metrology experience in the semiconductor industry working with optical thin films, scatterometry
• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes (diffusion, CVD, Etch, Lithography) and Logic device process flow.
• Strong data analysis skills and a high level of attention to details
• Excellent communication and organization skills

Why Join Onto Innovation?

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That’s why we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. From health, dental, and vision coverage to life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also enjoy access to our Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools—all within a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Compensation & Growth

• Base Salary Range:

$129,600.00 - $194,400.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.

• Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Empowering Every Voice to Shape the Future:

Onto Innovation is committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential - without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).