Sr. FPA Test Engineer

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 120,300 - 160,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee events

Job summary

Teledyne Imaging Sensors invites applicants for a Senior FPA Test Engineer to join a mission-focused team delivering advanced focal plane array test capabilities. The role emphasizes system design, validation, and the development of novel test methodologies for infrared sensor characterization.

Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of experience, proficiency in FPA testing, ROICs/ASICs, and cryogenic environments, and strong data analysis and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in infrared detector performance and FPA test methodologies.
• Experience with test system development, hardware integration, and validation.
• Knowledge of ROICs, ASICs, and cryogenic test environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and validation of advanced FPA test solutions.
• Develop novel test methodologies and analysis techniques for infrared sensor characterization.
• Design, build, and maintain test stations, including electronics and cryogenic systems.
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of IR/visible FPAs, ROICs, ASICs, and detectors.
• Analyze test data and present findings to internal teams, program managers, and customers.
• Support customer engagements (pre- and post-sale), including requirements definition and field support.
• Develop and maintain test procedures, documentation, and ERP-based tracking/reporting systems.

Skills

FPA testing

Infrared detectors

Data analysis

Hardware integration

Cryogenic testing

ROICs/ASICs

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

10+ years experience

Tools

ERP systems

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 Join Teledyne Imaging Sensors as Senior FPA Test Engineer! 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 the world’s leading provider of infrared sensors for space, with customers like NASA, ESA, and the US Department of Defense.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead system design, development, and validation of advanced focal plane array (FPA) test solutions
• Develop novel test methodologies and analysis techniques for infrared sensor characterization
• Design, build, and maintain test stations, including electronics and cryogenic systems
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of IR/visible FPAs, ROICs, ASICs, and detectors
• Analyze test data and present findings to internal teams, program managers, and customers
• Support customer engagements (pre- and post-sale), including requirements definition and field support
• Develop and maintain test procedures, documentation, and ERP-based tracking/reporting systems

What You Need:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Strong expertise in infrared detector performance and FPA test methodologies
• Experience with test system development, hardware integration, and validation
• Knowledge of ROICs, ASICs, and cryogenic test environments
• Proficiency in data analysis, problem‑solving, and diagnosing complex technical issues
• Strong communication skills and ability to present complex technical concepts clearly
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and support flexible schedules (including occasional weekend testing)
• US citizenship due to access restrictions

What We Offer:

• 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

Why Teledyne?

Our infrared sensors are “Everywhere You Look”™ – from the James Webb Space Telescope to climate change studies. Join us and make a difference!

Salary Range: $120,300.00 - $160,400.00. 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 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.