Assembler

flir; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking a Cleanroom Technician to assemble, inspect, and test infrared camera systems in a controlled environment. You will follow strict process controls and detailed instructions to ensure high-quality output in a cleanroom setting.

The role requires 1–3+ years in related fields, familiarity with precision tools, and the ability to read drawings, perform data entry, and adhere to ESD and contamination control practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical cert or assoc degree preferred.
• 1–3+ years in cleanroom assembly, electronics or optical/mechanical assembly.
• Experience with small components and precision tools.
• Familiarity with ESD and contamination control practices.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and specs.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision assembly of infrared camera components, including optics, sensors, and mechanical housing.
• Execute functional and environmental testing of IR camera systems per defined procedures.
• Inspect components and finished assemblies using microscopes and metrology tools to ensure quality standards are met.
• Follow detailed work instructions, travelers, and engineering documentation with high accuracy.
• Maintain strict adherence to cleanroom protocols (gowning, contamination control, ESD handling).
• Record production data, test results, and non-conformance accurately in manufacturing systems.
• Identify defects or process deviations and elevate issues to engineering or supervisory staff.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to yield, throughput, and quality.
• Assist with equipment setup, calibration checks, and routine maintenance.

Skills

Cleanroom assembly

Precision tools

ESD awareness

Read drawings

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree preferred

Job description

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 Cleanroom Technician is responsible for the assembly, inspection, and testing of infrared (IR) camera systems in a controlled cleanroom environment. This role ensures high-quality product output by following strict process controls, cleanliness standards, and detailed work instructions.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform precision assembly of infrared camera components, including optics, sensors, and mechanical housing
• Execute functional and environmental testing of IR camera systems per defined procedures
• Inspect components and finished assemblies using microscopes and metrology tools to ensure quality standards are met
• Follow detailed work instructions, travelers, and engineering documentation with high accuracy
• Maintain strict adherence to cleanroom protocols (gowning, contamination control, ESD handling)
• Record production data, test results, and non-conformance accurately in manufacturing systems (e.g., Camstar or equivalent)
• Identify defects or process deviations and elevate issues to engineering or supervisory staff
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to yield, throughput, and quality
• Assist with equipment setup, calibration checks, and routine maintenance

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred
• 1–3+ years of experience in cleanroom assembly, electronics manufacturing, or optical/mechanical assembly
• Experience working with small components and precision tools (tweezers, torque drivers, microscopes)
• Familiarity with electrostatic discharge (ESD) and contamination control practices
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions, drawings, and specifications
• Basic computer skills for data entry and manufacturing systems

Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Salary Range:

$44,500.00-$59,300.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.