Mfg. Maintenance Tech II/III

Emcore Corporation; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Emcore Corporation in Concord, CA is seeking a hands-on Electronics Manufacturing Technician (Level II or III) to join our facilities team, working closely with the current technician to learn processes, equipment, and product lines in a cleanroom/ESD environment.

The role involves operating precision equipment, performing inspections, and contributing to quality documentation. A related associate degree or equivalent training plus 1–3 years in electronics manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Basic computer literacy (data entry, MES, Microsoft Office).
• Willingness to learn proprietary tools and techniques from experienced staff.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety conscious.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and monitor production equipment used in device fabrication, assembly, or test.
• Perform in-process and final inspection using microscopes, multimeters, and other metrology/test equipment.
• Follow SOPs and travelers with strict process control.
• Document production data, yields, and non-conformances per quality system.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Read schematics

Data entry (MES)

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Equivalent military/technical training

Tools

SOPs

Job description

Job Title/Code: Mfg. Maintenance Tech II/III

Department: Facilities

Reports To: Facilities Manager

Job Type: Full-time; Non-Exempt

Location: Concord, CA; 100% on-site

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Electronics Manufacturing Technician (Level II or III, based on experience) to join our production team. This role will work directly alongside our current technician to learn our processes, equipment, and product lines, with the goal of becoming a fully cross-trained, independent contributor. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable in a cleanroom or ESD-controlled environment, and eager to build deep technical knowledge of specialized manufacturing equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and monitor production equipment used in device/component fabrication, assembly, or test (e.g., wire bonders, die attach systems, optical alignment stations, vacuum chambers, soldering/rework stations, or similar precision tools).
• Perform in-process and final inspection using microscopes, multimeters, and other metrology/test equipment.
• Follow detailed work instructions, travelers, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) with strict attention to process control.
• Document production data, yields, and non-conformances accurately in accordance with quality system requirements (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Troubleshoot basic equipment and process issues; escalating more complex problems to senior technicians or engineering.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area consistent with ESD, cleanroom, and lab safety protocols.
• Assist in preventive maintenance and calibration schedules for production equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on process improvements, yield investigations, and new product introduction (NPI) support.
• Train alongside and shadow the current lead technician to learn proprietary equipment, tooling, and processes specific to our facility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Basic computer literacy (data entry, MES, Microsoft Office).
• Willingness to learn proprietary tools and techniques from experienced staff.
• Reliable, punctual, and safety conscious.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology, or equivalent military/technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in electronics, semiconductor, photonics, or precision manufacturing.
• Basic understanding of electrical/electronic principles, schematics, and test equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical assemblies. Familiar with troubleshooting electrical/mechanical equipment.
• Comfortable working under a microscope with fine motor skill task.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. Emcore reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Compensation

This position offers an hourly range of $25 - $35, depending on the candidate's experience, skill set, and overall qualifications.

As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates offered employment to pass a criminal background check prior to starting employment.

*ITAR REQUIREMENTS

Separate from employment eligibility (Form I-9), U.S. export license requirements may apply before the Company can provide certain non- "U.S. persons" with access to specific technology, software and hardware that may be necessary for a position. As such, this position may require ITAR or EAR clearance.

EMCORE LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

*As a federal contractor, we are required to have all candidates offered employment to pass a criminal background check prior to starting employment