Senior Systems Engineer

Onto Innovation•Hillsboro, OR

About The Position

The Senior Systems Engineer develops new optical metrology technologies, optimizes existing metrology product performance, and communicates optimization results and methods to field teams. The role works with cross-functional software, hardware, and applications science teams to define specifications and performance requirements for systems development, then designs and conducts experiments to validate requirements and guide implementation improvements. The position also supports on-site installation of first-in-fab metrology tools, initial system-matching efforts, and the creation of procedures and training documents for local engineering teams. International travel is required at less than 15%.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Engineering or Sciences, with a focus on optical physics.
  • 2–3 years of experience in complex optical systems, analysis, and applications development, including use of broadband light sources for spectroscopy and ellipsometry.
  • Experience applying and integrating precision optical and optomechanical components.
  • Proficiency in data analysis using programming or scripting tools such as Python and Matlab.
  • Excellent analytical capability for systematic troubleshooting.
  • Prior experience with semiconductor capital equipment, including working knowledge of optical processing, metrology, and/or inspection products.
  • Experience working hands-on with prototype systems in a laboratory setting.
  • Experience with new product development and support in the semiconductor space.

Responsibilities

  • Align, optimize, and validate complex optical systems.
  • Develop best operational methods for optimizing tool performance.
  • Design and conduct experiments to characterize, troubleshoot, and improve optical metrology systems.
  • Develop plans of action and execute them in a timely manner.
  • Generate internal and external technical presentations.
  • Clearly communicate requirements and specifications to cross-functional teams.
  • Support on-site installation of first-in-fab metrology tools and initial tool-matching efforts.
  • Generate procedures and training documents for local engineering teams.
  • Communicate optimization results and methods to the field.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Wellness initiatives
  • Annual bonus opportunities
  • Potential long-term incentives tied to company and individual success
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