Manufacturing Engineer

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 72,800 - 97,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Teledyne Microwave Solutions, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, designs and manufactures advanced RF and microwave components for aerospace, defense, space, and communications. The team supports mission-critical applications with technical excellence and collaborative culture.

The role focuses on supporting day-to-day production, troubleshooting RF/microwave hardware, and driving continuous improvements through lean methods, design reviews, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Hands-on aptitude with fine-pitch electronics and lab equipment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day production by troubleshooting RF/microwave hardware issues.
• Investigate hardware failures and out-of-spec conditions to identify root cause and corrective actions.
• Create, review, and maintain manufacturing and test documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing personnel.
• Participate in design reviews, MRB meetings, audits, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with supply chain and quality teams to resolve material or process issues.
• Develop manufacturing improvements using structured problem-solving and lean principles.
• Recommend new processes, methods, or equipment to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Communicate technical information clearly across the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Hands-on electronics

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Fine-pitch electronics

Lab equipment

Job description

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

About Teledyne Microwave Solutions

For more than 50 years, Teledyne Microwave Solutions has designed and manufactured advanced RF and microwave components used in aerospace, defense, space, and communications systems. Our products support mission‑critical applications including radar, electronic warfare, and satellite payloads. We are known for technical excellence, hands‑on craftsmanship, and a strong culture of collaboration and innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Support day‑to‑day production by troubleshooting technical issues related to RF and microwave hardware
• Investigate hardware failures and out‑of‑spec conditions to identify root cause and corrective actions
• Create, review, and maintain manufacturing and test documentation
• Provide technical guidance and training to manufacturing personnel
• Participate in design reviews, MRB meetings, audits, and continuous improvement efforts
• Collaborate with supply chain and quality teams to resolve material or process issues
• Develop manufacturing improvements using structured problem‑solving and lean principles
• Recommend new processes, methods, or equipment to enhance quality and efficiency
• Communicate technical information clearly across the organization

Required Qualifications

• B.S. Engineering degree
• 0‑2 years of electronics or hardware manufacturing experience (internships welcomed)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Hands‑on aptitude with fine‑pitch electronics and lab equipment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to RF/Microwave concepts
• Ability or aptitude to perform RF/microwave tuning under a microscope
• Familiarity with electronics assembly and test processes
• Exposure to lean or continuous improvement methods

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
• A collaborative environment focused on innovation and growth

What Happens Next

Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the next steps.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Salary Range: $72,800.00‑$97,100.00

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 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.