LKS Technical Development Instructor (BBP)

The Opportunity 

Be among the first people in the world to master KLA’s next-generation semiconductor technology. As a Technical Development Instructor, you will partner directly with engineering teams during product development and transform cutting-edge innovations into world-class training used by service engineers and customers around the globe. This role offers a unique opportunity for either experienced technical professionals looking to transition into training or technical learning professionals seeking deeper engagement with advanced engineering systems. 

What You Will Do 

• Become a technical subject matter expert on selected new semiconductor products or platforms during early development phases. 
• Design and develop blended learning solutions including digital learning, instructor-led training, hands-on labs, performance support tools, certifications, simulations, and emerging learning technologies. 
• Create instructor guides, learner materials, assessments, certification paths, and hands-on learning experiences. 
• Partner closely with Engineering, Product Support, Manufacturing, and Field organizations to ensure technical accuracy as products evolve. 
• Define multi-level competency and certification frameworks. 
• Deliver specialized training for alpha/beta customers, early-adopter field engineers, and Train-the-Trainer programs. 
• Explore innovative delivery methods, including AR/MR, AI-assisted content creation, hybrid learning, and scenario-based learning. 

Who We Are Looking For 

We welcome candidates from either of the following backgrounds: 
 
Product & Engineering Expertise 
• Semiconductor equipment, field service, manufacturing, applications, product support, or related engineering experience. 
• Individuals who enjoy mentoring, knowledge sharing, and helping others succeed. 

OR 
 
Technical Learning & Development Expertise 
• Technical training, curriculum development, instructional design, technical communication, or learning engineering experience. 
• Individuals who excel at translating complex technical content into engaging learning experiences. 
 
Success in this role comes from either strong product expertise or strong learning-development expertise. KLA will provide opportunities to build the complementary skill set. 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Technical Education, Instructional Design, or a related discipline, or equivalent technical experience. 
• Ability to rapidly learn complex technical systems. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills. 
• Ability to thrive in environments where products and requirements continue to evolve. 
• Willingness to travel up to 25%. 

Preferred Qualifications :

• Semiconductor equipment experience. 
• Experience with technical training, curriculum development, knowledge management, or instructional design. 
• Optical, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Systems Engineering experience. 
• Experience with advanced capital equipment, automation systems, robotics, aerospace systems, industrial machinery, medical devices, or comparable technologies. 
• Experience with KLA products or similar advanced semiconductor tools. 
• Experience working in matrixed, multi-stakeholder environments. 

You Will Thrive If You 

• Love being the first expert on emerging technology. 
• Enjoy translating technical complexity into practical understanding. 
• Are energized by product launches and solving new challenges. 
• Have a growth mindset and passion for continuous learning. 
• Take pride in producing high-quality work that influences engineers around the world. 
• Collaborate generously and contribute to building organizational knowledge.