Microelectronic Technician

PDS Tech, Inc.; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Microelectronic Technician to join our team in Manhattan Beach, CA. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a broad range of semiconductor equipment, supporting a leading aerospace program.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, vacuum, and software issues, coordinate with engineers, and help ensure high uptime in a fast-paced Production/R&D environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or a technical trade.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read schematics, manuals, and drawings.
• Familiarity with vacuum pumps, gas systems, and cleanroom operations.
• Ability to work independently in a research-driven environment with frequent equipment and tool changeovers.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to safely work around sophisticated mechanical and electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on front-end and back-end semiconductor equipment including steppers, evaporators, sputters, implanters, etchers, coaters/developers, and dicing saws.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and basic software/control issues involving legacy and custom equipment.
• Partner closely with process engineers, researchers, and tool owners to rapidly identify and resolve equipment issues in a dynamic Production/R&D setting.
• Document maintenance activities, equipment downtime, and parts usage using internal tracking systems.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and decommissioning, coordinating with vendors and facilities teams as needed.
• Maintain and order critical spare parts, consumables, and safety components.
• Follow cleanroom protocols while ensuring equipment meets established safety, cleanliness, and calibration standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives designed to increase equipment uptime, reduce maintenance cycles, and improve the overall user experience.

Education

Associate degree or technical training in Mechatronics/Electronics

Tools

Vacuum pumps

Gas systems

Cleanroom operations

Job description

Microelectronic Technician | Power the Technology Behind the Future of Aerospace

Location: Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract | 12 Months
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Pay Rate: $51.08 per hour

Bring Precision, Innovation, and Technology Together

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Microelectronic Technician to join our team in Manhattan Beach, California, partnering with a leader in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In this role, you will support a sophisticated semiconductor fabrication environment, helping maintain the equipment that enables cutting-edge research and production. Your technical expertise will directly contribute to equipment reliability, tool uptime, and the development of revolutionary technologies.

If you're a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced Production/R&D environment and enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work where they matter.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a broad range of front-end and back-end semiconductor equipment, including steppers, evaporators, sputters, implanters, etchers, coaters/developers, and dicing saws.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and basic software/control issues involving legacy and custom equipment.
• Partner closely with process engineers, researchers, and tool owners to rapidly identify and resolve equipment issues in a dynamic Production/R&D setting.
• Document maintenance activities, equipment downtime, and parts usage using internal tracking systems.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and decommissioning, coordinating with vendors and facilities teams as needed.
• Maintain and order critical spare parts, consumables, and safety components.
• Follow cleanroom protocols while ensuring equipment meets established safety, cleanliness, and calibration standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives designed to increase equipment uptime, reduce maintenance cycles, and improve the overall user experience.

Required Qualifications

To be successful in this position, you'll need:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or a technical trade.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret schematics, technical manuals, and drawings.
• Familiarity with vacuum pumps, gas systems, and cleanroom operations.
• Ability to work independently in a research-driven environment with frequent equipment and tool changeovers.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to safely work around sophisticated mechanical and electrical equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

We'd especially like to hear from candidates who bring:

• An Associate degree or technical training in Mechatronics, Electronics, or a related field.
• Experience working with legacy semiconductor equipment and both wet and dry processes.
• Experience in low-volume, high-mix R&D or prototyping environments.
• Basic understanding of front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication process flows.
• Familiarity with safety protocols involving gases, chemicals, and high-voltage equipment.
• Previous experience supporting semiconductor fabrication equipment in a cleanroom environment.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled professionals with opportunities to contribute to some of the most advanced technology and engineering programs in the industry.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Earn a competitive rate of $51.08 per hour.
• Work a consistent Monday–Friday schedule.
• Gain valuable experience supporting advanced semiconductor fabrication technology.
• Collaborate with engineers, researchers, technical experts, and equipment specialists.
• Strengthen your expertise across mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and semiconductor systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that have a direct impact on equipment performance and operational success.
• Work in an innovative environment where technical curiosity, collaboration, and creative problem-solving are valued.

This is more than a maintenance role. It's an opportunity to help keep sophisticated technology operating at its best while supporting programs that are shaping the future of aerospace and advanced technology.

Ready to Put Your Technical Expertise to Work?

If you're a skilled technician who enjoys solving complex equipment challenges and you're ready to contribute to an innovative semiconductor environment, we want to hear from you.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $51.08 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.