Senior Instrument Tester

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated • San Diego, CA

3d • $50,600 - $67,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs electrical, functional, and performance testing of instruments and assemblies to ensure units meet specifications. This role requires strong technical judgment, hands-on troubleshooting, and ownership of test outcomes. In addition to executing tests, the technician is responsible for diagnosing issues, determining corrective actions, and ensuring instruments meet performance requirements prior to release. Expected to identify abnormal system behavior, investigate root causes, and take appropriate action, including stopping production flow when results do not align with expected performance, even if technically within specification limits.

Requirements

• Vocational or Technical Certificate in related field and a minimum of 5-10 years of directly related experience, and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to enter and manage test data in computer systems
• Proficient in Excel for data analysis, trending, and reporting
• Strong ability to interpret technical documentation and apply judgment in complex scenarios
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics and system diagrams
• Hands-on experience with advanced diagnostic equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes required; flow measurement preferred)
• Proven experience troubleshooting integrated electromechanical systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical problem resolution and guide others
• Comfortable making independent decisions that impact product quality and production flow
• Ability to support cross-functional production needs as required
• Follows all import/export and regulatory requirements

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100 preferred
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies preferred

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets test schedules, work orders, specifications, schematics, and diagrams to determine appropriate testing methods and equipment
• Sets up, configures, and operates a wide range of diagnostic and test equipment including multimeters, flow meters, oscilloscopes, and automated test systems
• Executes electrical, functional, and performance testing on instruments, subassemblies, and fully integrated systems
• Validates system-level performance, ensuring all functional and performance requirements are met prior to release
• Serves as the primary escalation point for complex, non-standard, or intermittent failures
• Diagnoses root causes of issues across electrical, pneumatic, and integrated system interactions
• Leads resolution of high-complexity problems where standard procedures are insufficient or undefined
• Determines and implements corrective actions, including calibration, adjustment, repair, or rework
• Performs moderate to advanced repairs to bring systems into full compliance with specifications
• Owns test outcomes for assigned products or production areas, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality of results
• Exercises independent judgment to assess system performance and determine acceptability of results, even when within specification limits
• Makes stop/go decisions that directly impact production flow based on technical assessment
• Ensures final product performance meets all operational and quality requirements prior to shipment
• Owns defined test processes, procedures, or product lines, ensuring standardization and effective execution across the team
• Identifies recurring or systemic issues and leads implementation of improvements to test methods, fixtures, and equipment
• Drives improvements in test efficiency, yield, and repeatability through data analysis and practical application
• Provides structured feedback to Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to improve product design, manufacturability, and testability
• Interfaces with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to resolve product and process issues
• Provides technical input on product performance, failure modes, and test strategies
• Supports engineering investigations, validation efforts, and implementation of design or process changes
• Acts as a technical leader within the production/test team, providing guidance and support to technicians and assemblers
• Provides structured training and mentoring to less experienced team members
• Assists in coordinating test activities and priorities to meet production and quality targets
• Promotes consistent application of test standards, troubleshooting methods, and best practices
• Maintains accurate test records, logs, and documentation in accordance with quality requirements
• Monitors key performance indicators such as test yield, failure trends, and throughput
• Identifies trends and drives corrective actions to improve overall production performance

Benefits

• Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing.
• All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree