Fairchild, now part of ON Semiconductor, was founded in 1957 and headquartered in San Jose, California. Fairchild Semiconductor was a pioneer in the semiconductor industry, known for its innovation and contributions to the development of integrated circuits and other electronic components. In 2016, Fairchild Semiconductor was acquired by ON Semiconductor, a leading supplier of semiconductor-based solutions. The acquisition expanded ON Semiconductor's product portfolio and market presence, enabling it to offer a broader range of products and services to its customers worldwide. Today, ON Semiconductor continues to build on Fairchild's legacy of innovation, providing advanced semiconductor solutions for various applications, including automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and power management.