Xada Project Manager (Semiconductor Test & Failure …, Benicia

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Salary:
$148,****** - $203,******
Location:
Benicia,CA
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Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced
Product Manager
to lead the expansion, adoption, and execution of next-generation
X-ray Assisted Device Alteration (XADA)
hardware, methodologies, and workflows within the semiconductor test and failure analysis ecosystem.
This role blends strong product management with deep technical knowledge of semiconductor testing, fault isolation, and emerging diagnostic techniques.
You will have the opportunity to develop a novel approach and grow the market for an emerging business unit.
The successful candidate will drive cross-functional programs spanning R&D, product engineering, manufacturing, test, and customer engagements, ensuring delivery of world-leading hardware and analytical capabilities to the market.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Program Leadership
Advance XADA-related initiatives, working with customers to propagate adoption.
Define project scope, milestones, timelines, risks, and success metrics across multiple concurrent programs.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including hardware, software, test engineering, failure analysis, applications, and external partners.
Technical Enablement & Strategy
Serve as a technical liaison between engineering teams and customers for
fault isolation and advanced debug workflows
.
Guide implementation and adoption of
semiconductor fault isolation techniques
, including but not limited to
LADA (Laser Assisted Defect Analysis)
and X-ray–based methodologies.
Contribute to technical roadmaps for next-generation XADA hardware, automation, and data analytics.
Test & Ecosystem Integration
Support alignment of XADA solutions with
automated test equipment (ATE)
platforms.
Collaborate on solutions that integrate with or complement
Teradyne
and
Advantest
test environments.
Ensure compatibility with industry-standard test flows, data formats, and manufacturing requirements.
Market & Customer Impact
Engage with key customers to understand test challenges, fault isolation gaps, and market needs.
Develop marketing collateral and market insights to drive strategic planning.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's degree preferred).
Proven project management or technical leadership experience
leading complex, cross-functional engineering programs.
Previous experience in
semiconductor test, failure analysis, yield engineering, or device debug
.
Hands-on or working knowledge of
fault isolation techniques
, including
LADA
and related methodologies.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to drive adoption of new technologies in a production or customer-facing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with
Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
platforms, particularly
Teradyne and/or Advantest
.
Knowledge of semiconductor
industry standards
, test processes, device qualification flows, and manufacturing requirements.
Experience working with
advanced diagnostics, X-ray analysis, or non-destructive inspection technologies
.
PMP, Agile, or other project management certifications.
Experience working directly with customers or in a field-applications or technical marketing capacity.
What Success Looks Like
On-time, on-budget delivery of XADA programs with clear customer and business impact.
Successful expansion and adoption of new hardware and fault-isolation techniques across internal and external stakeholders.
Strong alignment between technology development, industry needs, and market opportunities.
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Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 25% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
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.
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