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Senior Process Engineer

Teledyne FLIR · Milpitas, CA

Level
Senior
Team
Process
Base pay
$91k–$121k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
8+ years
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
30+ days ago

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A senior process role at Teledyne FLIR (aerospace & defense) in Milpitas, CA. Develop, implement, scale, and maintain microelectronic packaging and assembly processes.

They ask for
8+ years · degree required
Tools it names
DOE, Automation, Tooling
Base pay
$91k–$121k

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About the role

What you'll do

  • ◆Develop, implement, scale, and maintain microelectronic packaging and assembly processes.
  • ◆Establish process controls and evaluate new materials and automated equipment.
  • ◆Support material review board activities and resolve nonconforming product issues.
  • ◆Partner with suppliers and customers to address material and production concerns.
  • ◆Contribute to design reviews, program readiness, design for manufacturability, and new product development.
  • ◆Design and document precision tooling, fixtures, bills of materials, and assembly drawings.
  • ◆Program, troubleshoot, and qualify manufacturing equipment.
  • ◆Create clear process documentation and step-by-step production instructions.
  • ◆Apply statistical analysis, process control, problem-solving, and design of experiments.
  • ◆Communicate complex technical topics effectively across technical and operational audiences.

What you need

  • ✓Process development, scale-up, and manufacturing problem-solving skills - Required
  • ✓Die attach, wire bonding, flip chip, underfill, encapsulation, hermetic sealing, and packaging experience - Required
  • ✓Knowledge of electronic materials, equipment qualification, statistical analysis, and process control - Required
  • ✓Strong written and verbal communication skills - Required
  • ✓Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field - Required
  • ✓8+ years of experience developing microelectronic assembly processes - Required
  • ✓Hands-on equipment programming and troubleshooting experience - Preferred
  • ✓Knowledge of MIL-PRF-38535 - Preferred

What we offer

At Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics, you'll have the opportunity to work on advanced microelectronics technologies that support critical and high-reliability applications. You'll collaborate with experienced engineering professionals, influence manufacturing innovation, and contribute to products that make a meaningful impact. Teledyne offers a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and a collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement and technical excellence.

What happens next

Submit your application and resume for consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding the next steps in the selection process. Further details regarding interviews and hiring timelines will be shared with selected applicants.

U.S. citizenship and fluency in English are required. Ability to travel to customer sites within the United States is required. An active Department of Defense security clearance may be required.

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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

Senior Process Engineer

Location: Milpitas, California

Join Teledyne e2v HiRel Electronics and help develop the manufacturing processes behind high-reliability microelectronic products. You will play a key role in taking advanced packaging and assembly processes from concept and evaluation through production qualification, while partnering with manufacturing teams, suppliers, customers, operators, and management.

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