VCSEL Manufacturing Technician
Teledyne Technologies•Thousand Oaks, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Join Teledyne Scientific & Imaging as a VCSEL Manufacturing Technician! Are you ready to launch your career to the next level? Join our mission-focused team, where we value technical excellence, collaboration, and agility. We’re a powerhouse in R&D innovation, the home of Teledyne’s Central Research Laboratory, and the world’s leading provider of infrared sensors, with over 60 years of tech evolution and customers like NASA, ESA, and the U.S. Department of Defense.
Requirements
- High School Diploma with 3–5 years of experience in electronics, semiconductor processing, or cleanroom operations OR a recent graduate in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Materials Engineering
- Experience working from detailed technical drawings, Work Instructions, and process documentation
- Hands‑on experience with precision measurement tools and electro‑optical test equipment
- Strong attention to detail, excellent manual dexterity, and outstanding visual acuity
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision while collaborating effectively in a team environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong written and verbal communication skills
- U.S. Citizenship required due to facility access restrictions
Responsibilities
- Assemble and test complex electro‑optical systems, including VCSEL devices, in an advanced cleanroom manufacturing and R&D environment
- Operate semiconductor process equipment such as pick‑and‑place, AuSn reflow soldering, wirebonding, epoxy die attach, and electro‑optical test systems
- Perform laser alignment, characterization, and troubleshooting at the component and system level
- Support process sustaining and new process development in collaboration with Engineering
- Contribute to yield, throughput, and process improvements using SPC and production tracking tools
- Support quality activities including DMRs, FAIs, inspections, and product pack‑out
- Assist with equipment setup, calibration, and preventive maintenance to ensure high‑quality manufacturing operations
Benefits
- Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance from Day 1
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Educational Tuition Reimbursement
- Fun Employee Events throughout the year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
