Sr. FPA Test Engineer

flir; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Educational Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Teledyne Imaging Sensors seeks a Senior FPA Test Engineer to lead advanced FPA test solutions and drive detector characterization. You will design and maintain test stations, including cryogenic electronics, and troubleshoot IR/visible FPAs, ROICs, ASICs, and detectors.

You will analyze data, present findings to internal teams and customers, and support pre/post-sale engagements. A Master’s in EE with 10+ years' experience and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in infrared detector performance and FPA test methodologies.
• Experience with test system development, hardware integration, and validation.
• Knowledge of ROICs, ASICs, and cryogenic test environments.
• Proficiency in data analysis, problem-solving, and diagnosing complex technical issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present complex technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and support flexible schedules (including occasional weekend testing).
• US citizenship due to access restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Lead system design, development, and validation of advanced FPA test solutions.
• Develop novel test methodologies and analysis techniques for infrared sensor characterization.
• Design, build, and maintain test stations, including electronics and cryogenic systems.
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of IR/visible FPAs, ROICs, ASICs, and detectors.
• Analyze test data and present findings to internal teams, program managers, and customers.
• Support customer engagements (pre- and post-sale), including requirements definition and field support.
• Develop and maintain test procedures, documentation, and ERP-based tracking/reporting systems.

Skills

IR detector performance

FPA test methodologies

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Weekend testing

US citizenship

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Test stations

Cryogenic systems

ERP systems

Hardware integration

Cryogenic test equipment

Job description

Be visionary

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

Join Teledyne Imaging Sensors as Senior FPA Test Engineer!

Are you ready to launch your career to the next level? Join our mission-focused team, where we value technical excellence, collaboration, and agility. We’re the world’s leading provider of infrared sensors for space, with customers like NASA, ESA, and the US Department of Defense.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead system design, development, and validation of advanced focal plane array (FPA) test solutions
• Develop novel test methodologies and analysis techniques for infrared sensor characterization
• Design, build, and maintain test stations, including electronics and cryogenic systems
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of IR/visible FPAs, ROICs, ASICs, and detectors
• Analyze test data and present findings to internal teams, program managers, and customers
• Support customer engagements (pre- and post-sale), including requirements definition and field support
• Develop and maintain test procedures, documentation, and ERP-based tracking/reporting systems

What You Need:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience
• Strong expertise in infrared detector performance and FPA test methodologies
• Experience with test system development, hardware integration, and validation
• Knowledge of ROICs, ASICs, and cryogenic test environments
• Proficiency in data analysis, problem-solving, and diagnosing complex technical issues
• Strong communication skills and ability to present complex technical concepts clearly
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and support flexible schedules (including occasional weekend testing)
• US citizenship due to access restrictions

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance from Day 1
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement
• Fun Employee Events throughout the year

Why Teledyne?

Our infrared sensors are “Everywhere You Look”™ – from the James Webb Space Telescope to climate change studies. Join us and make a difference!

#TS& I

Salary Range:

$150,400.00-$200,500.000

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.