High Vacuum Technician

Frequency Electronics, Inc.; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with 6% company match

Generous paid time off

11 paid holidays

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Frequency Electronics, Inc. is seeking an experienced High Vacuum Technician to support operation, maintenance, and repair of high and ultra-high vacuum systems at our on-site facility.

You will work with pumps, gauges, and related instrumentation, troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and system integrity. The role requires hands-on experience, strong knowledge of vacuum theory and pressure measurement, precise welding, and familiarity with cleanroom procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in high or ultra-high vacuum systems.
• Familiarity with stainless steel piping, fittings, valves, and cleanroom procedures.
• Experience with thin film deposition, semiconductor, or scientific instrumentation environments is a plus.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Precise welding ability required.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain high and ultra-high vacuum systems and components.
• Troubleshoot vacuum leaks, perform leak detection using helium mass spectrometers, and ensure system integrity.
• Operate and maintain pumps (mechanical, turbomolecular, cryogenic, diffusion, and ion pumps).
• Calibrate and repair vacuum gauges and controllers.
• Conduct preventative maintenance according to schedules and detailed service records.
• Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams to support testing and experimental setups.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and operational standards.

Skills

Vacuum theory

Pressure measurement

System design

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Machine shop

Welding

Education

Associate degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical or related technical field

Tools

Helium leak detector

Vacuum pumps

Job description

We are seeking an experienced High Vacuum Technician to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of high and ultra‑high vacuum systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise with vacuum equipment, pumps, gauges, and related instrumentation, along with the ability to troubleshoot and maintain systems to ensure optimal performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain high and ultra‑high vacuum systems and components.
• Troubleshoot vacuum leaks, perform leak detection using helium mass spectrometers, and ensure system integrity.
• Operate and maintain pumps (mechanical, turbomolecular, cryogenic, diffusion, and ion pumps).
• Calibrate and repair vacuum gauges and controllers.
• Conduct preventative maintenance according to schedules and detailed service records.
• Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams to support testing and experimental setups.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and operational standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience in high or ultra‑high vacuum systems.
• Strong knowledge of vacuum theory, pressure measurement, and system design.
• Familiarity with stainless steel piping, fittings, valves, and cleanroom procedures.
• Experience with thin film deposition, semiconductor, or scientific instrumentation environments is a preferred plus.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Required – precise welding ability.
• Familiarity with machine shop environment.
• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical or related technical field preferred.

Work Environment

Industrial manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, dust, and grease.

Salary

Salary Range: $115K-$135K based on experience.

EOE

EOE/Disability/Veteran.

Position

Position is ON SITE.

Benefits

FEI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and a 401(k) plan with a 6% company match in company stock. We also provide a very generous paid time off policy, along with 11 paid holidays. In addition, we operate on a 9/80 work schedule, which gives employees every other Friday off. This schedule includes longer workdays—9 hours and 45 minutes with a mandatory 45‑minute lunch break. One week consists of four workdays (36 hours), and the following week includes five workdays (45 hours). Despite this variation, employees are paid for a consistent 40‑hour workweek, with weekly pay.