Sr. Sales Director - ROIC

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world.


Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.


Step into the future. SkyWater’s values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.


Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!


Position Summary:
The Sr. Sales Director will drive revenue growth by leading business capture for SkyWater as the premier U.S.-based foundry partner for thermal imaging and read-out integrated circuit (ROIC) designs. This role is centered on ensuring SkyWater is targeting and winning critical design engagements that support the company’s mission in Aerospace & Defense (A&D), Industrial, and Commercial markets.
Major Areas of Accountability:
• Revenue and Growth Management:
◦ Develop and execute a sales strategy aligned with corporate goals and market opportunities.
◦ Identify high-value opportunities and lead strategies to capture them.
◦ Drive revenue and profit growth while ensuring efficient, scalable operations.
◦ Expand pipeline through proactive market engagement and solutions.

• Client and Market Development:
◦ Leverage executive relationships at key accounts to grow business.
◦ Represent SkyWater at industry events to build its reputation.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:
◦ Partner with Solutions Engineering and Marketing to proliferate SkyWater’s platform across A&D and Commercial markets.
◦ Align sales with engineering, operations, and marketing to ensure delivery.
◦ Lead efforts to turn customer needs into executable strategies.

• Operational Excellence and Compliance:
◦ Negotiate contracts to optimize profitability, risk, IP terms, and cash flow.
◦ Use Salesforce for pipeline, performance tracking, and forecasting

Required Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (or equivalent technical discipline)
• Experience: 10+ years in semiconductor sales with responsibility for ASIC, ROIC, or custom IC design engagements.
• Proven track record of winning high-value design opportunities for imaging sensors and/or ROICs and delivering sustained revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor design, imaging technologies, and systems-level integration.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in high-stakes environments.
• Excellent strategic planning, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office.
• As required for role: 30% Travel
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required, with ability to obtain a government security clearance.
Desired Qualifications:
• Education. MBA or advanced technical degree
• Experience with semiconductor foundry services and custom ASICs.
• Knowledge of defense sector regulations, ITAR, and export compliance.
• Experience leading sales efforts in semiconductor foundry services or ASIC designs supported by foundational CMOS nodes (180nm, 130nm, 90nm, & 65nm)
• Experience cultivating select international partnerships aligned with U.S. and allied national interests.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


The annual salary range for this role is $217,840 - $326,760. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.
Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market.
SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Recruiting@SkyWatertechnology.com.
EOE, including disability/vets