What You'll Do
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.
KLA Ann Arbor physics modeling group is seeking a motivated research scientists to join the team! Looking for candidates with a strong background in computational physics areas such as plasma modeling, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and mechanical vibrations modeling.
This role will involve collaborating closely with our R&D and Engineering teams to understand their design needs and define modeling requirements. Experience with rarefied gas flow modeling is a plus. Are you ready to take on exciting challenges and help design next generation hardware products? Apply now as the future is yours to build!
Responsibilities in this role include:
- Using CFD and Thermal modeling to guide next-gen inspection and metrology tool development
- Using simulations based on multiple physical models and building correlations with experimental data
- Preparation of detailed modeling plans, schedules and summary reports, communication with collaborators and team members to maintain alignment
- Coordination and performing root cause analysis to solve problems
Qualifications:
- Degree's or equivalent experience in Applied Physics/Engineering
- Hands-on experience using modeling to solve sophisticated engineering problems.
- Responsible working demeanor and should be a great teammate.
- Ability to work with multi-functional internal teams, both oral and written, division management, as well as external customers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and ability to break down problems for planning and external customers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and ability to break down problems for planning and execution.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years
Total Rewards
Base Pay Range: $83,000.00 - $121,733.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-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.
Use of AI Statement
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
