Chris Silsby
About Chris Silsby
Chris Silsby is a Director of Product Development at ON Semiconductor, where he has worked since 2020. He has over 25 years of experience in the field of electrical engineering, having held various positions at Hewlett-Packard, Agilent Technologies, and ON Semiconductor.
Current Role at ON Semiconductor
Chris Silsby serves as the Director of Product Development at ON Semiconductor, a position he has held since 2020. He is based in Corvallis, Oregon, where he oversees various aspects of product development. His role involves leading teams to innovate and enhance product offerings, ensuring alignment with market needs and technological advancements.
Previous Experience at ON Semiconductor
Before his current role, Chris Silsby worked as a Senior Manager in Sensor Product Design at ON Semiconductor from 2009 to 2020. During this time, he contributed to the development of sensor technologies, focusing on improving product performance and reliability in various applications.
Career at Hewlett-Packard
Chris Silsby has an extensive history with Hewlett-Packard, where he held multiple positions from 1988 to 2000. His roles included Product Engineer, Yield Engineer and Technical Scientist, R&D Process Development Manager, and ICBD Product Yield Manager. His work during this period involved process development and yield management, contributing to product quality and efficiency.
Education and Academic Background
Chris Silsby earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Idaho, studying from 1983 to 1987. He furthered his education in Electrical Engineering at Oregon State University from 1988 to 1991. Additionally, he attended Stanford University, where he continued his studies in the same field, enhancing his technical expertise.
Experience at Agilent Technologies
From 2000 to 2006, Chris Silsby worked as an R&D Manager at Agilent Technologies. In this role, he focused on research and development initiatives, contributing to advancements in technology and product innovation within the organization.