SAW Technology Development Director

Date: Jun 1, 2024

Location: Osaka, 27, JP

Company: Skyworks

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.  Our work culture values diversity, social responsibility, open communication, mutual trust and respect.  We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together can change the way the world communicates.
 

Skyworks is seeking a Technology Development Director to lead our team in driving technological advancements, push the boundaries of our technology and improve the overall SAW Development Organization within the SAW Filter New Product / New Technology Group. As a highly skilled and strategic leader, you will play pivotal role to successfully deliver new technologies meeting Performance, Quality and Time-to-Market. Having affinity with innovative solutions which can be applied throughout development to high-volume manufacturing, you will ensure a seamless communication across various department in a multicultural environment with teams like Products Engineers, Device, Process experts, Module Design Team, Program Management and Operations. 


The Technology Development Director will report directly to the head of the SAW Technology Team and will drive innovation in Wafer Bonding, Front-End and Wafer Level Packaging Technologies. You will be located in Osaka, Japan and manage teams in Japan and Singapore. The job will involve the following functions:

Job Description

  •  Develop and implement a comprehensive Technology Development strategy aligned with company’s overall goals.
    • Provide visionary leadership in identifying new technologies and trends to maintain Best-In-Class Performance.
    • Lead, mentor and inspire a multidisciplinary team of Process Engineers, while fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement within the technology team.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
    • Lead end-to-end development lifecycle with the Integration team, ensuring development projects are delivered to production release, meeting Quality, Performance and Schedule.
    • Conduct detailed assessment of new technologies and equipment, making recommendation for adoption or enhancement.
    • Drive innovation, benchmark/evaluate new technologies/solutions, and stay updated on industry innovations and state-of-the-art techniques.
    • Identify potential risks/challenges in technology development projects and develop mitigation plans.
    • Work with the Integration Team and assist in transition of design prototypes into cost efficient and high-volume manufacturable technologies.
    • Collaborate and openly debate with team to manage projects, solve problems, discuss challenging issues, and learn more about critical issues as a group.
    • Implement or improve solutions to minimize disruptions in the NTI/NPI workflow.
    • Identify and drive continuous improvement in your organization, NTI process and associated department through feedback loops to capture lessons learned from each Technology Project.
    • Report and maintain knowledge on Technology status to executive leadership by preparing appropriate reports.

Requirement

Education, Experience, and Skills

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering, Material Science, Physics, RF Engineering preferred.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in Technology Development or Integration.
  • Excellent leadership, communication with interpersonal skills and used to work in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Strong understanding of SAW/BAW Technology Development and manufacturing.
  • Knowledge in Project Management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, both technical and interpersonal.
  • Pragmatic and flexible attitude with a result- and data-driven can-do mentality.
  • Works autonomously, well-organized, with a good attention to detail, while setting high standards in all aspects of the work.

Education, Experience, and Skills

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering, Material Science, Physics, RF Engineering preferred.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in Technology Development or Integration.
  • Excellent leadership, communication with interpersonal skills and used to work in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Strong understanding of SAW/BAW Technology Development and manufacturing.
  • Knowledge in Project Management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, both technical and interpersonal.
  • Pragmatic and flexible attitude with a result- and data-driven can-do mentality.
  • Works autonomously, well-organized, with a good attention to detail, while setting high standards in all aspects of the work.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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