Information Technology Project Manager jobs at Applied Materials

Your unique role with the organization: Join a world leader in the medical injection molding industry, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions in custom plastic packaging and components. With a global footprint and a commitment to innovation, quality, and client satisfaction, they continue to push the boundaries of excellence Reporting directly to the Director of Global Project Management, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the development and execution of projects across multiple international manufacturing facilities, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget constraints, and high customer satisfaction: Developing project scopes, assembling teams, and defining deliverables, as well as managing project timelines and risks using established toolkits. • Oversee and manage project development throughout the entire lifecycle, ensuring projects are completed according to plan and high customer satisfaction is maintained. • Develop project Statement of Work (SOW), Assemble project teams and define deliverables and resource requirements. • Create and manage full-scale project timelines using project management toolkits. • Serve as the central point of contact for customers and key stakeholders and set and manage project expectations with customers, team members, and stakeholders. • Communicate risks and project status to key stakeholders, including project teams and executives. What we are looking for: . • Bachelor's Degree in a technical or business field or equivalent experience. • 5 years of experience in Project Management, with experience in injection molding, contract manufacturing, or a related industry. • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. • Experience with project management software like MS Word, Excel, Project, Teams, and Smartsheet. • PMP certification required or must be obtained within 6 months

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. Group/Division The Information Technology (IT) group at KLA is involved in every aspect of the global business. IT's mission is to enable business growth and productivity by connecting people, process, and technology. It focuses not only on enhancing the technology that enables our business to thrive but also on how employees use and are empowered by technology. This integrated approach to customer service, creativity and technological excellence enables employee productivity, business analytics, and process excellence. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications Responsible for the solution design, configuration, testing and maintenance of the SAP FI/CO modules in ECC 6.0, including providing SAP expertise in FI/CO area. Experience with SAP RAR is preferred Experience with S/4 HANA finance transformation projects require Actively work with Business Resources to determine the technical solution that best meets the business requirements Experience and knowledge of integration points of FI/CO modules and across other SAP modules Responsible for Enhancements, projects as well as adhoc support to troubleshoot, investigate, analyze and solve production issues Responsible for working with business users and clients to gather and document business requirements for system changes and to develop solutions to satisfy business needs Responsible for analyzing the impact changes will have on other internal/external business application systems Responsible for developing all documentation related to system changes per SOX change control policies and procedures Review current finance and accounting business processes to determine where automation / improvements will drive efficiency. Identify process inefficiencies, recommend innovative uses of software functionality, design, implement solutions and train end-users This is a hybrid role based at our Global HQ in Milpitas, CA. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business (Finance), Computer Information Systems or related field Eight (8) years functional and technical experience with SAP FI/CO Module in ERP system, with analysis and design of business applications related to the FICO area including but not limited to: Fixed assets, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, product costing, PCA, CCA, interfaces to subsystems Experience with S/4 HANA Finance transformation projects is required Knowledge and experience with ABAP programming and SAP RAR is a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with planners, peers and executive leadership Previous experience in systems support activities, i.e. business to IT liaison Previous experience in defining system requirement and defining test scenarios Demonstrated high learning agility and strong analytical skills The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions Base Pay Range: $133,300.00 - $226,600.00 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 leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ************************** or at *************** to request accommodation. Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to ************************** to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. Group/Division With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Broadband Plasma Division (BBP) provides market-leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for leading-edge IC manufacturing. Logic, foundry, and memory customers depend on BBP products to detect yield-critical defects for process debug and excursion monitoring at advanced process nodes. BBP flagship products include the 29xx and 39xx series which leverage Broadband Plasma technology to capture a wide range of defects with ultimate sensitivity at the optical inspection speeds needed for inline defect monitoring. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications The BBP division is searching for a dynamic, creative, and hardworking individual to drive development and integration of programs. The successful candidate will manage both the technical team and the project, as the Product Lifecycle (PLC) lead, to achieve program objectives. We are looking for candidates who have intellectual curiosity, natural problem solvers, work well with others, possess a desire to grow, and can demonstrate leadership skills. As the project head, you must possess a strong sense of purpose and be driven to continually improve self, others, and the way we do business. Responsibilities: * Lead programs with cutting edge technology in optics, sensor, sources, and image acquisition and processing. * Drive technical program development in semi-conductor capital equipment. * Responsible for the product from proving business case to design, development, implementation, continuous improvement, and sustaining support. * Identify and manage program and technical risks throughout the life cycle of the product. Establish and actively manage mitigation plans to reduce and retire risks. * Drive technology prototyping, problem solving and risk retirement of in-house development and at vendors. * Drive requirements for design improvements and customer focused features per defined timelines. * System engineering and or engineering domain experience developing products. * Collaborate across engineering, operations, service, marketing, and customer to create productive working relationships. * Ensure programs objectives are delivered on schedule and within budget. * Experience developing detailed project schedules, tracking, and monitoring milestones to ensure on-time release by holding functional engineering leaders accountable. * Direct management and management through influence of a diverse team. * Diverse audience communication and presentation skills with professional temperament in challenging situations. * Continued improvement and enhancements of critical subsystems and components. * Manage customer expectations working with cross disciplinary teams to ensure performance and reliability targets. * Ability to manage seamlessly a portfolio of products and define priorities. * Ability to identify and develop talent to create future leaders. Preferred Qualifications: * The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of engineering experience in technical program manager role with both technical and business development responsibilities. * Track record of delivering products on-schedule. * Candidate must have subject matter expertise in one or more areas - advanced sensors, optics, or sources. System level experience with broad understanding of component technologies is also acceptable. * Ability to drive program schedules, COGS, value-based pricing, and market share. * Innovative ways to create features that add value and optimize schedule while not impacting performance. * Creative problem solver with a proven track record of solving complex technical issues. * Understand and apply Systems Engineering principles in product development, sustaining, and improvements. * Candidate should have engineering expertise that is deep in at least one area and broad across other engineering disciplines and ability to quickly learn new information. * Must have strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, accountability, awareness of critical priorities, ability to manage ambiguity, effective communication & presentation skills including C level. * Resilience in handling challenging situations, need to be self-driven, hardworking, detail oriented, with a can-do attitude and a critical thinker. * Ability to prioritize project demands, motivate, delegate, and empower cross-functional team. * Experience in semiconductor manufacturing and a proven success and track record in leading multidisciplinary teams to successfully launch and/or manage transition of a capital equipment product is a plus. * Work with Engineering organization to orient the team by addressing schedule, establishing priorities, and presenting changes through regular meetings. * Work with the service and manufacturing organizations to establish and meet requirements for production ramping and lifetime maintenance. * Own the optimization of ROI for the product. * Work closely with Marketing & Sales teams, understand business opportunities, customer use cases, and market trends. * Directly engage with customers along with Marketing & Sales teams, drive customer adoptions of tools and features/options. * Provide guidance or help in roadmap, business, and market aspects for related products at KLA. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) and work experience of 5-10 years , Master's Level Degree and work experience of 10 years, Bachelor's Level Degree and work experience of 10-15 years Base Pay Range: $179,900.00 - $314,800.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA'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 leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ************************** or at *************** to request accommodation. Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to ************************** to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. Group/Division With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Broadband Plasma Division (BBP) provides market-leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for leading-edge IC manufacturing. Logic, foundry, and memory customers depend on BBP products to detect yield-critical defects for process debug and excursion monitoring at advanced process nodes. BBP flagship products include the 29xx and 39xx series which leverage Broadband Plasma technology to capture a wide range of defects with ultimate sensitivity at the optical inspection speeds needed for inline defect monitoring. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications The BBP division is searching for a dynamic, creative, and hardworking individual to drive development and integration of programs. The successful candidate will manage both the technical team and the project, as the Product Lifecycle (PLC) lead, to achieve program objectives. We are looking for candidates who have intellectual curiosity, natural problem solvers, work well with others, possess a desire to grow, and can demonstrate leadership skills. As the project head, you must possess a strong sense of purpose and be driven to continually improve self, others, and the way we do business. Responsibilities: Lead programs with cutting edge technology in optics, sensor, sources, and image acquisition and processing. Drive technical program development in semi-conductor capital equipment. Responsible for the product from proving business case to design, development, implementation, continuous improvement, and sustaining support. Identify and manage program and technical risks throughout the life cycle of the product. Establish and actively manage mitigation plans to reduce and retire risks. Drive technology prototyping, problem solving and risk retirement of in-house development and at vendors. Drive requirements for design improvements and customer focused features per defined timelines. System engineering and or engineering domain experience developing products. Collaborate across engineering, operations, service, marketing, and customer to create productive working relationships. Ensure programs objectives are delivered on schedule and within budget. Experience developing detailed project schedules, tracking, and monitoring milestones to ensure on-time release by holding functional engineering leaders accountable. Direct management and management through influence of a diverse team. Diverse audience communication and presentation skills with professional temperament in challenging situations. Continued improvement and enhancements of critical subsystems and components. Manage customer expectations working with cross disciplinary teams to ensure performance and reliability targets. Ability to manage seamlessly a portfolio of products and define priorities. Ability to identify and develop talent to create future leaders. Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of engineering experience in technical program manager role with both technical and business development responsibilities. Track record of delivering products on-schedule. Candidate must have subject matter expertise in one or more areas - advanced sensors, optics, or sources. System level experience with broad understanding of component technologies is also acceptable. Ability to drive program schedules, COGS, value-based pricing, and market share. Innovative ways to create features that add value and optimize schedule while not impacting performance. Creative problem solver with a proven track record of solving complex technical issues. Understand and apply Systems Engineering principles in product development, sustaining, and improvements. Candidate should have engineering expertise that is deep in at least one area and broad across other engineering disciplines and ability to quickly learn new information. Must have strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, accountability, awareness of critical priorities, ability to manage ambiguity, effective communication & presentation skills including C level. Resilience in handling challenging situations, need to be self-driven, hardworking, detail oriented, with a can-do attitude and a critical thinker. Ability to prioritize project demands, motivate, delegate, and empower cross-functional team. Experience in semiconductor manufacturing and a proven success and track record in leading multidisciplinary teams to successfully launch and/or manage transition of a capital equipment product is a plus. Work with Engineering organization to orient the team by addressing schedule, establishing priorities, and presenting changes through regular meetings. Work with the service and manufacturing organizations to establish and meet requirements for production ramping and lifetime maintenance. Own the optimization of ROI for the product. Work closely with Marketing & Sales teams, understand business opportunities, customer use cases, and market trends. Directly engage with customers along with Marketing & Sales teams, drive customer adoptions of tools and features/options. Provide guidance or help in roadmap, business, and market aspects for related products at KLA. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) and work experience of 5-10 years , Master's Level Degree and work experience of 10 years, Bachelor's Level Degree and work experience of 10-15 years Base Pay Range: $179,900.00 - $314,800.00 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 leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ************************** or at *************** to request accommodation. Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to ************************** to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications Optics Technology Program Managers are core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Optics Technology Program Managers talent community, we are interested in learning about your background. Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA. Job Responsibilities/Duties The successful candidate will join a high-caliber team of technologists in the CTO group driving innovation in the areas of sensors, sources, and optics. The responsibilities of the technology program manager in the TAP group entail: Work closely with strategic suppliers in the design, development and manufacturing of advanced optical systems. Support projects from R&D to production escalations. Engage with KLA technologist at the architecture stage and provide relevant technical input related to optics supplier selection, technical risk assessment and manufacturability. Provide support for the development of prototype optical elements and coatings through modeling, prototyping and detailed test plans. Develop supplier technology roadmap to enable KLA's product roadmap Provide leadership and continuity of relationship with technology supplier Be accountable for technology success from R&D to Production Drive coordination between CTO, Divisions, and other teams Provide R&D support and strategize new requests from divisions Support technology prototyping, problem solving and risk mitigation Required Qualifications PhD or MS in Optics, Physics, EE or related field with a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience. Experience in optical inspection and metrology systems Must be respected as a subject matter expert in their field coupled with a track record of collaborating across teams to achieve a common goal Technical expertise in coatings including coating designs, coating processes, coating materials is highly desired. Hands-on experience with optical material characterization, thin film coating systems and technologies. Ability to troubleshoot and problem solving. Must have good communication and collaboration skills, experience with customer presentations and ability to resolve conflicts. Ability to travel up to 10% internationally Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of DUV/UV optics suppliers, coating equipment manufacturers. Familiarity with thin film metrology methods (e.g. Spectroscopy, Ellipsometry, SEM/TEM, AFM, EDS, and XRD, etc.) and defect analysis. Understanding of photo-contamination control, cleanroom protocols, and optics cleaning/surface preparation techniques. Knowledge of lasers and understanding of laser damage threshold and DUV degradation mechanisms. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years Base Pay Range: $180,000.00 - $306,000.00Primary 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 leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ************************** or at *************** to request accommodation. Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to ************************** to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications Optics Technology Program Managers are core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Optics Technology Program Managers talent community, we are interested in learning about your background. Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA. Job Responsibilities/Duties The successful candidate will join a high-caliber team of technologists in the CTO group driving innovation in the areas of sensors, sources, and optics. The responsibilities of the technology program manager in the TAP group entail: Work closely with strategic suppliers in the design, development and manufacturing of advanced optical systems. Support projects from R&D to production escalations. Engage with KLA technologist at the architecture stage and provide relevant technical input related to optics supplier selection, technical risk assessment and manufacturability. Provide support for the development of prototype optical elements and coatings through modeling, prototyping and detailed test plans. Develop supplier technology roadmap to enable KLA's product roadmap * Provide leadership and continuity of relationship with technology supplier * Be accountable for technology success from R&D to Production Drive coordination between CTO, Divisions, and other teams * Provide R&D support and strategize new requests from divisions * Support technology prototyping, problem solving and risk mitigation Required Qualifications * PhD or MS in Optics, Physics, EE or related field with a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience. * Experience in optical inspection and metrology systems * Must be respected as a subject matter expert in their field coupled with a track record of collaborating across teams to achieve a common goal * Technical expertise in coatings including coating designs, coating processes, coating materials is highly desired. * Hands-on experience with optical material characterization, thin film coating systems and technologies. Ability to troubleshoot and problem solving. * Must have good communication and collaboration skills, experience with customer presentations and ability to resolve conflicts. * Ability to travel up to 10% internationally Preferred Qualifications * Knowledge of DUV/UV optics suppliers, coating equipment manufacturers. * Familiarity with thin film metrology methods (e.g. Spectroscopy, Ellipsometry, SEM/TEM, AFM, EDS, and XRD, etc.) and defect analysis. * Understanding of photo-contamination control, cleanroom protocols, and optics cleaning/surface preparation techniques. * Knowledge of lasers and understanding of laser damage threshold and DUV degradation mechanisms. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years Base Pay Range: $180,000.00 - $306,000.00 Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA'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 leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ************************** or at *************** to request accommodation. Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to ************************** to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. Group/Division With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) Division provides industry leading metrology solutions for worldwide semiconductor IC manufacturers. The FaST Division portfolio of metrology products includes hardware and software solutions for optical film thickness, optical critical dimension (CD), composition, and resistivity measurement systems. These products are essential for the IC manufacturers as they provide critical metrology capabilities for the development and implementation of their advanced IC processes. The FaST division is committed to support our customers to achieve performance entitlement of our solution and we effectively partner with our customers from their early research and development phase to the high volume in-line manufacturing implementation specific for their process needs. The division consists of a global team located in US, Israel, China, and India. Job Description/Preferred Qualifications We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven professional to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive project success. Key responsibilities include: * Project Planning & Execution Develop comprehensive project plans that define scope, timelines, budgets, and resource needs. Ensure alignment with divisional goals and strategic priorities. * Risk Identification & Mitigation Proactively identify potential risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle. Implement effective mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and safeguard deliverables. * Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with engineering, manufacturing, service, marketing, and other key stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution. Facilitate transparent communication across teams and provide regular updates to senior leadership on progress, risks, and mitigation efforts. * Technical Leadership Act as a subject matter expert in semiconductor manufacturing processes and/or metrology. Offer technical guidance and support to project teams to ensure high-quality outcomes. * Customer Engagement Build and nurture strong relationships with customers. Understand their needs and expectations to ensure project outcomes consistently meet or exceed requirements. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years Base Pay Range: $154,900.00 - $263,300.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA'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 leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at ************************** or at *************** to request accommodation. Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA's Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to ************************** to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

Over-see the optimization or creation of technical product offerings, processes, or programs, developing project plans, aligning teams, managing risk, and driving projects through release. Take ownership and accountability for the success of projects and cross-functional teams to ensure program schedules, performance metrics, and delivery meets business requirements on time and within budget. Partner with stakeholders to understand process and system requirements, and deliver enhancements based on a changing technology landscape. Run Continuous Improvement projects, from inception to impactful results. Perform data collection and statistical analysis, and report results to inform program schedules and deliverables. Influence cross-functional stakeholders to continuously improve the process and inspire alignment. Deliver change management for programs that are sustainable and maintains long-term success. Successfully navigate multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience; or Master's degree with 6+ years' experience; or a PhD with 3+ years' experience; or equivalent experience. 6+ years of continuous improvement or technical program management. Experience guiding cross-functional teams and demonstrating leadership and influence skills to deliver results. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the Company. Experience in or knowledge of Semiconductor fabrication, Semiconductor Equipment Operations, or related industries is a plus. Knowledge of Program Management methods and experience in Product Development & Release (PDR) procedures. Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or PRINCE2. Experience in Lean Six Sigma methodology or certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) is a plus. Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall project methodologies. Expertise with project management software and tools including MS Project, QuickBase, Office Timeline, or equivalent. Experience in Change Management methodologies is a plus.

Over-see the optimization or creation of technical product offerings, processes, or programs, developing project plans, aligning teams, managing risk, and driving projects through release. Take ownership and accountability for the success of projects and cross-functional teams to ensure program schedules, performance metrics, and delivery meets business requirements on time and within budget. Partner with stakeholders to understand process and system requirements, and deliver enhancements based on a changing technology landscape. Lead Continuous Improvement projects, owning the entire lifecycle from inception to impactful results. Perform data collection and statistical analysis, and report results to inform program schedules and deliverables. Coach and train teams in process methodologies, tools, and best practices. Influence cross-functional stakeholders to continuously improve the process and inspire alignment. Deliver change management for programs that are sustainable and maintains long-term success. Successfully navigate multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience; or Master's degree with 8+ years' experience; or a PhD with 5+ years' experience; or equivalent experience. 8+ years of continuous improvement or technical program management. Experience leading cross-functional teams and demonstrating excellent leadership and influence skills to deliver results. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills with the ability to present to audiences at all levels in the Company. Experience in or deep knowledge of Semiconductor fabrication, Semiconductor Equipment Operations, or related industries is a plus. Expert knowledge of Program Management methods and experience in Product Development & Release (PDR) procedures. Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, Scrum Master, or PRINCE2. Experience in Lean Six Sigma methodology or certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) is a plus. Experience with Agile and/or Waterfall project methodologies. Expertise with project management software and tools including MS Project, QuickBase, Office Timeline, or equivalent. Experience in Change Management methodologies is a plus.

Position Overview: Drive strategic workforce development initiatives to attract, develop, and preserve technical capabilities and ensure talent pipeline readiness for current and future technology needs across Western Digital's global operations. Key Responsibilities: * Program Leadership - Design and execute technical workforce development programs aligned with business strategy and emerging technology roadmaps * Skills Assessment & Gap Analysis - Using both Ai and traditional tools, conduct workforce capability assessments and identify critical skill gaps across technical organizations * Curriculum Development - Partner with functional teams to create technical training curricula for current and emerging technologies (AI/ML, advanced manufacturing processes) * Cross-functional Collaboration - Work with Operations, HR, Engineering, Product Development and IT to align workforce development with operational needs * Result Oriented Execution: Drive Success Metrics & Analytics - Track program effectiveness through assessments, retention rates, and business impact metrics * Talent Pipeline Management - Establish partnerships with community colleges, universities, trade schools, and workforce boards to build sustainable talent pipelines * Benchmarking - Benchmark industry best practices and emerging technologies and drive internal adoptions to ensure WD's programs are best in class Qualifications Qualifications: Required * Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field * 5+ years in technical program management or workforce development * Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives * Experience in hardware/manufacturing/software industries Preferred * Experience with Instructional Design, curriculum development and technical training programs * Experience with introducing new initiatives into the organization * Knowledge of emerging technologies relevant to high tech industries Skills * Adaptive, curious & growth mindset * Data-driven approach to orchestrate, execute and assess program success * Demonstrate versatility in adopting latest technologies/tools in own workflows * Self-motivated, exceptional organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, stakeholders' engagement and drive projects to completion * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and cultures * Natural affinity to be reflective, to learn from challenges, and demonstrate resilience. Additional Information Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here. Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 02/24/2026 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline. #LI-AS1 Compensation & Benefits Details * An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs. * The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future. * If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned. * You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either Western Digital's Short Term Incentive Plan ("STI Plan") or the Sales Incentive Plan ("SIP") which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards. * We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan. * Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email ******************.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. The Ground Solutions & Mission Support (GSMS) Software IPT, which executes across both Development and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contracts, is seeking a highly motivated Ground Element Modernization (GEM) Technical Program Manager that will lead and manage the installation efforts at both CONUS and OCONUS operational sites. This position is based out of Redondo Beach, CA. In this role you will be responsible for managing a site installation team focused on upgrading existing ADPE, upgrading the operating system, and installing new software baselines for multiple ground element C2 architectures and product lines at multiple locations. You will coordinate with customer reps and E1 stakeholders to ensure successful software installations, and provide innovative and effective engineering solutions to solve complex technical and installation challenges, working closely with the Chief Engineer, Systems Engineering, and Software Engineering. Other responsibilities include Cost Account Management (CAM), Earned Value Management (EVM), and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) business aspects. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; an additional 8 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree Active SSBI required at the time of application and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date Domain knowledge across the Mission One customer portfolio Experience with software product lines and site deliveries Experience with site installations, including ADPE obsolescence & OS upgrades Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with the site installation manager role and responsibilities Experience working in a software development and software O&M environment Working knowledge of EVM, previous CAM experience, and IMS schedules Experience working closely with government counterparts, in both a development and site capacity Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process Prior knowledge of Agile and DevSecOps Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo) Active TS/SCI security clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. The Ground Solutions & Mission Support (GSMS) Software IPT, which executes across both Development and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) contracts, is seeking a highly motivated Ground Element Modernization (GEM) Technical Program Manager that will lead and manage the installation efforts at both CONUS and OCONUS operational sites. This position is based out of Redondo Beach, CA. In this role you will be responsible for managing a site installation team focused on upgrading existing ADPE, upgrading the operating system, and installing new software baselines for multiple ground element C2 architectures and product lines at multiple locations. You will coordinate with customer reps and E1 stakeholders to ensure successful software installations, and provide innovative and effective engineering solutions to solve complex technical and installation challenges, working closely with the Chief Engineer, Systems Engineering, and Software Engineering. Other responsibilities include Cost Account Management (CAM), Earned Value Management (EVM), and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) business aspects. This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. Basic Qualifications: Principal GEM Technical Program Manager (T03): Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience; PhD with 1 year of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree Senior Principal GEM Technical Program Manager (T04): Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience; PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree Active SSBI required at the time of application and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date Domain knowledge across the Mission One customer portfolio Experience with software product lines and site deliveries Experience with site installations, including ADPE obsolescence & OS upgrades Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience with the site installation manager role and responsibilities Experience working in a software development and software O&M environment Working knowledge of EVM, previous CAM experience, and IMS schedules Experience working closely with government counterparts, in both a development and site capacity Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process Prior knowledge of Agile and DevSecOps Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo) Active TS/SCI security clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $137,400.00 - $206,000.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. What We Offer Salary: $115,000.00 - $158,500.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. Key Responsibilities * Prepares project plans and drives the project from conception and planning to implementation. Will participate in the development of strategies, processes and resources. * Manages project schedule and task details by utilizing project management tools such as reports, tracking charts, checklist and project scheduling software. * Coordinates allocated resources from within the Division to achieve on-time and within budget performance objectives for the project. Initiates and manages purchase requisitions, and purchase orders. * Drives cost schedule performance of equipment for internal and external customers and vendors worldwide. * Participates on multifunctional design teams comprised of internal, external and/or matrixed headcount to complete projects. Provides technical input to team members to achieve project goals. * Interfaces and coordinates within the division to define project objectives, provide status updates and prepare for release and deployment. * Provides engineering and business process expertise to team and other members on various standard programs / issues. * Identifies and resolves potential complications within the project and develops solutions for resolution. Functional Knowledge * Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field Business Expertise * Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services Leadership * May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity Problem Solving * Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions Impact * Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies Interpersonal Skills * Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: New College Grad Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_****************, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at ************, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You'll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That's us, too. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital , G-Technology™, SanDisk and WD brands. Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It's You & Western Digital. Together, we're the next BIG thing in data. Job Description Position Overview: Drive strategic workforce development initiatives to attract, develop, and preserve technical capabilities and ensure talent pipeline readiness for current and future technology needs across Western Digital's global operations. Key Responsibilities: Program Leadership - Design and execute technical workforce development programs aligned with business strategy and emerging technology roadmaps Skills Assessment & Gap Analysis - Using both Ai and traditional tools, conduct workforce capability assessments and identify critical skill gaps across technical organizations Curriculum Development - Partner with functional teams to create technical training curricula for current and emerging technologies (AI/ML, advanced manufacturing processes) Cross-functional Collaboration - Work with Operations, HR, Engineering, Product Development and IT to align workforce development with operational needs Result Oriented Execution: Drive Success Metrics & Analytics - Track program effectiveness through assessments, retention rates, and business impact metrics Talent Pipeline Management - Establish partnerships with community colleges, universities, trade schools, and workforce boards to build sustainable talent pipelines Benchmarking - Benchmark industry best practices and emerging technologies and drive internal adoptions to ensure WD's programs are best in class Qualifications Qualifications: Required Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field 5+ years in technical program management or workforce development Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives Experience in hardware/manufacturing/software industries Preferred Experience with Instructional Design, curriculum development and technical training programs Experience with introducing new initiatives into the organization Knowledge of emerging technologies relevant to high tech industries Skills Adaptive, curious & growth mindset Data-driven approach to orchestrate, execute and assess program success Demonstrate versatility in adopting latest technologies/tools in own workflows Self-motivated, exceptional organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, stakeholders' engagement and drive projects to completion Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and cultures Natural affinity to be reflective, to learn from challenges, and demonstrate resilience. Additional Information Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person's gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person's assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here. Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 02/24/2026 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline. #LI-AS1 Compensation & Benefits Details An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs. The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future. If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned. You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either Western Digital's Short Term Incentive Plan (“STI Plan”) or the Sales Incentive Plan (“SIP”) which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email ******************.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Associate Project Manager/Project Manager to join a team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Lab Operations, Engineering and Test Department. This role is located in Edwards AFB, CA. Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. This is an individual contributor role and can be filled at either level. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Coordinate with technical leadership in a cross functional team to meet program cost, schedule, and technical objectives Responsible for creating, maintaining, and presenting performance program metrics to project and Test Leadership. Define, plan, perform, monitor, control, and complete a variety of project tasks simultaneously Track budget actuals against predictions and financial performance against the full EV performance management baseline Provide Cost Account Management for Flight Test Statements of Work (SOW). Will be responsible for tracking project status and reporting Earned Value Management data to Flight Test and project Leadership. Coordinate Earned Value Change Requests (EVCRs) with the business management and Scheduling team as needed Support logistics team, generate staffing requirements, documentation, and forecasts Review labor resources and cost actuals on a weekly basis, and acting on any discrepancies Support development of packages for Proposal and Change Requests for cost and schedule Adhere to all internal processes for Program Management Perform schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks Manage Flight Test proposal efforts to coordinate and consolidate Task Assessments, Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROM), etc. in support of future projects. Provide updates for the program specific Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) regarding status of progress for Flight Test Statements of Work (SOW). Responsible for reporting and updating project and Flight Test calendars to reflect latest status and forecasts. Liaison to outside organizations to ensure coordination for site access for Flight Test and project personnel. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do! This position may require occasional overtime and cross-training opportunities. Basic Qualifications for Associate Project Manager: 0 years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. Knowledge of Earned Value Management. Ability to obtain NGC Cost Account Management (CAM) certification. Proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and/or Power Point. Basic Qualifications for Project Manager: 2 years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. Knowledge of Earned Value Management. Ability to obtain NGC Cost Account Management (CAM) certification. Proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and/or Power Point. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Project Management principles. Certified CAM Experience developing proposals (ex: ROMs and TAs) Experience with Flight Test SOW Experience maintaining program metrics Primary Level Salary Range: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Associate Project Manager/Project Manager to join a team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Lab Operations, Engineering and Test Department. This role is located in **Edwards AFB, CA.** _Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. This is an individual contributor role and can be filled at either level._ **Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:** + Coordinate with technical leadership in a cross functional team to meet program cost, schedule, and technical objectives + Responsible for creating, maintaining, and presenting performance program metrics to project and Test Leadership. + Define, plan, perform, monitor, control, and complete a variety of project tasks simultaneously + Track budget actuals against predictions and financial performance against the full EV performance management baseline + Provide Cost Account Management for Flight Test Statements of Work (SOW). Will be responsible for tracking project status and reporting Earned Value Management data to Flight Test and project Leadership. + Coordinate Earned Value Change Requests (EVCRs) with the business management and Scheduling team as needed + Support logistics team, generate staffing requirements, documentation, and forecasts + Review labor resources and cost actuals on a weekly basis, and acting on any discrepancies + Support development of packages for Proposal and Change Requests for cost and schedule + Adhere to all internal processes for Program Management + Perform schedule risk assessments to identify and mitigate program cost and scheduling risks + Manage Flight Test proposal efforts to coordinate and consolidate Task Assessments, Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROM), etc. in support of future projects. + Provide updates for the program specific Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) regarding status of progress for Flight Test Statements of Work (SOW). + Responsible for reporting and updating project and Flight Test calendars to reflect latest status and forecasts. + Liaison to outside organizations to ensure coordination for site access for Flight Test and project personnel. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do! This position may require occasional overtime and cross-training opportunities. **Basic Qualifications for Associate Project Manager:** + 0 years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree. _An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree._ + Must have an **active DoD Secret** clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). + Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. + Knowledge of Earned Value Management. + Ability to obtain NGC Cost Account Management (CAM) certification. + Proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and/or Power Point. **Basic Qualifications for Project Manager:** + 2 years of relevant experience with bachelor's degree. _An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree._ + Must have an **active DoD Secret** clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). + Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. + Knowledge of Earned Value Management. + Ability to obtain NGC Cost Account Management (CAM) certification. + Proficient with MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Project, and/or Power Point. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Knowledge of Project Management principles. + Certified CAM + Experience developing proposals (ex: ROMs and TAs) + Experience with Flight Test SOW + Experience maintaining program metrics Primary Level Salary Range: $63,000.00 - $94,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Oversees the successful completion of facilities construction projects. Projects will vary in size between $5,000-$10,000,000. Support the site team, general contractor, and coordinate a team of consultant Project Managers and manage multiple projects at the same time. Oversees the facilities construction projects including Labs, Tenant Improvement, Cleanroom Manufacturing, Facilities Infrastructure. Manages relevant stakeholders, setting deadlines, communicating with project owners/company executives about the state of the project, ensuring projects stay on track and on budget, and adjusting if necessary to meet new requirements Build and maintain strong relationships with customers. Implement communication plan and facilitates meetings with written reports/meeting minutes to keep stakeholders and project resources informed. Prepare and present project progress reports, financial reports, and other documentation. Identify and resolve project challenges, ensuring projects stay on track. Identify and remove obstacles. Lead teams to solve complex problems. Manages project scope, schedule, spends forecast, approving invoices, risk, quality and resources. Performs non-technical project completion using an internal customer perspective, typically from initiation through delivery. Coordinate cross-functional teams. Manage Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work (SOWs), and Change Orders with contractors and Lam Legal for project work. Manage badging process for contractors working on construction projects. Build solutions that will improve standard business processes and support critical business strategies. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to continuously improve the process. ; Provide actionable insights for management to influence decision making through data collection and analysis. Ensure execution, manage risks, assure adherence to program or project schedules, and performance to meet business requirements. Bachelor's degree in related discipline Engineering, Facilities Management or related with 8 year's of experience; or 6 years with a Master's degree. 5 years related work experience in Facilities Construction Project Management, or Project/Construction management, 3 years of managing a team or supervisory of project managers. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills Strong written and oral communication skills to exchange information with senior management, service providers, workers and contractors. Understands all aspects and phases of the architectural, MEP design, and construction management process Working knowledge of SAP for use with purchase requisitions and orders Advanced Microsoft Excel, Project and PowerPoint capabilities Willingness to be proactive and take ownership of requests and abilityto prioritize workload to meet deadlines. Ability to adapt to change when necessary Strong financial acumen and ability to present financial data.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector is currently hiring a Project Manager 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Northridge, California. This is an individual contributor, non-manager role with no direct reports. The primary objective of this role is executing multiple projects to achieve performance goals in support of the International portfolio. The candidate is responsible for overseeing and managing the operational aspects of ongoing projects, and serves as the liaison between program management, integrated product teams, and supporting functions. Supports the Sr. Program Manager for International with the primary responsibilities include managing schedules, preparing status reports, coordinating cross-functional engagement, and assessing project risks to develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction objectives. Additional responsibilities for this position include (but are not limited to): Manages all phases of program and project execution. Manages schedule for development, production, and product upgrades. Preparing status reports and communicating status of projects to management, identifying risks and mitigation activities to meet expected results and schedule. Developing mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with program managers and customers. Establish prioritization across International portfolio that aligns with business objectives. Participates in process improvement initiatives. Manages Proposal activities Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience in project management or operations. 12 Years of experience in lieu of degree. Proficient in Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project) Proven success managing multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic sustainment environment Experience interfacing with all levels of employees and Leadership Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level clearance Preferred Qualifications: A degree in a science, engineering, or a business program Experience in material requirements planning (MRP) system (Costpoint, SAP, etc.) Understanding of creating and executing work in accordance with an integrated master schedule (IMS) Knowledge of Project Management principles and experience utilizing them professionally Excellent written and verbal communication skills, leadership, and problem-solving abilities Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you'll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest. For more information, please click on this link below: Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California Northrop Grumman Primary Level Salary Range: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Analyzes reports and metrics to maintain the Process of Record for the customer, reconciles data variances and uses that information to guide the identification of deviations from process of record and develops a plan with the team to inform customer of upcoming changes. Works with cross-functional team to maintain change records for supplier changes, supplier POR changes, obsolescence requests. Prepare Part change notification based on problem statement and proposed solution. Manage projects to solve complex business problems. Build solutions that will improve business processes and support critical business strategies. Provide actionable insights for management to support decision making through data collection and analysis. Develop and deliver clear and concise communications for leadership teams and stakeholders. Ensure execution, manage risks, assure adherence to program or project schedules, and monitor performance to meet business requirements. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to continuously improve the process. Run change management for projects and programs and support proper project closure. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field with 5 years of related experience; or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience; or PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience. Three (3) years of related experience in project management or program management. Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders. Analytical skills to interpret and utilize data for decision support. Excellent knowledge and experience in life cycle analysis, Product Change Notification, Component Obsolescence management, supply chain management. Problem Solving and Decision Making - Proactively identify problems and drive solutions, make decisions which are based on the values and principles of the organization. Proven experience in Program Management and Project Management in technical or operations programs. Good understanding of BOM (Bill of Materials) structure. Proficiency in SAP MM and SD, MS Office Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint). Proven stakeholder management skills in a matrixed environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate cross-functionally with a desire to work as part of a global team with a high degree of attention to details.