Senior Infrared Detector Scientist

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne FLIR is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to help develop next-generation infrared detector technologies and focal plane arrays. The role contributes to strategic product development, semiconductor process innovation, and high-performance detector solutions.

Primary duties include supporting R&D programs, planning milestones, budgeting and reporting, and collaborating across teams to advance detector technology and hybridization with ROICs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a technical discipline and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong background in semiconductor physics or optoelectronic devices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to detector design and product development decisions.
• Lead semiconductor process development initiatives.
• Resolve development and production challenges as a technical resource.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance detector and focal plane array technologies.
• Support R&D programs including internal and government contracts.
• Assist with milestone planning, project tracking, and reporting.
• Identify opportunities for expanded scope and follow-on funding.

Skills

Semiconductor physics

Opotoelectronic devices

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Ph.D. in Applied Physics

Job description

Teledyne FLIR is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to help develop next-generation infrared detector technologies and focal plane arrays. The role contributes to strategic product development, semiconductor process innovation, and high-performance detector solutions.

Primary duties include supporting R&D programs, planning milestones, budgeting and reporting, and collaborating across teams to advance detector technology and hybridization with ROICs.