Cryocooler Development Test Engineer

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated•Goleta, CA

About The Position

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Job Description Job Summary: The Cryocooler Development Test Engineer is responsible for assembling, optimizing, and characterizing the performance of cryocooler production and prototype units, as well as conducting failure analysis and root cause investigations on both prototype and production units. They will be responsible for designing, building and carrying out engineering tests in support of both prototype development and production failure or yield investigations. They will be responsible to work with production to support the transition of build and test processes to manufacturing, working across office, lab, and cleanroom environments. This position includes interfacing with scientific, electrical and manufacturing teams to develop sophisticated technology and innovative new products.

Requirements

Attention to Detail: Consistently demonstrates conscientiousness related to the quality of work, to ensure that designs are completed with attention to detail, precision, accuracy, thoroughness and orderliness.
Analytical Problem Solving: Displays the ability to identify the root cause of difficult technical and non-technical problems. Capable of analyzing alternate approaches and developing practical solutions to solve complex technical and non-technical problems.
Communication Skills-Oral, Listening & Written required ensuring effective dissemination of information to engineers and manufacturing.
Decision Making & Problem Solving required ensuring that when faced with individual or multi-faceted problems, consistently identifies, and evaluates alternatives, risks, and consequences prior to making decisions.
Collaboration and Teamwork required to successfully integrate Engineering contributions into product development and manufacturing. Must effectively interface with team members to maximize team efforts and productivity.
Strong Organization, Planning & Execution skills required to ensure adherence to detailed Engineering design processes and documentation and to meet schedule requirements.
High energy, proactive orientation; comfortable in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Assembly and testing of precision electro-mechanical assemblies
Knowledge of instrumentation, test fixturing, and electronics relevant to cryogenic coolers
Test software development/programming skills- Python, Matlab, Labview (able to make measurements, log data, and command instruments)
Able to read and work to technical drawings
Use of Metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators)
Working knowledge and practical/hands on experience with evaluation, assembly and testing of hardware
Experience directing and working with production to support builds and develop build processes.
Experience with cryogenic and electromechanical instrumentation and test equipment
Basic computer skills – Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Must be US Citizen or PERM Resident

Nice To Haves

Machine shop experience (CNC lathe, mill) desired
3D CAD modeling, experience with SolidWorks desired
Previous experience in the infrared industry desired

Responsibilities

Designing and building test setups for prototyping, development and production support
Creating and/or modifying software as needed to run tests
Performing tests in support of engineering and production, including data analysis, reports, and feedback as requested
Documentation and interpretation of test results
Assembly of cryogenic cooler prototypes
Inspection of cryocooler piece parts and sub-assemblies.
Experimental parameter optimization
Maintain Equipment Usage Log Sheets, Charts, Schedules, Repair Requisitions & Equipment Operating Instructions
Root Cause Failure Analysis of prototypes and production coolers including proper documentation.
Documentation for travelers and computer WIP tracking.
Optimization of cooler assembly processes & tooling.
Work with teams including System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Cryocooler Manufacturing to define test and assembly processes.
Provides support to Cryocooler Manufacturing to solve engineering problems related to production or test systems.
Assists Design Engineering during the product development phase to assure a smooth transition to Cryocooler Manufacturing
Training and support of cryocooler production line technicians.