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Teledyne

Thin Films Technician

Camarillo, CA

$50K - $67K/yr

Join Teledyne Imaging Sensors as a Thin Films Technician! Are you ready to launch your career to the next level? Join our mission-focused team, where we value technical excellence, collaboration, and ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Thin Films Technician

Camarillo, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Join Teledyne Imaging Sensors as a Thin Films Technician! Are you ready to launch your career to the next level? Join our mission-focused team, where we value technical excellence, collaboration, and ...

Merck Group

Senior Quality Engineer, Thin Films

Tamaqua, PA · On-site

$83K - $113K/yr

The Senior Quality Engineer, Thin Films will work to ensure excellence with thin films materials for major semiconductor customers globally. This role involves leading cross-functional teams to ...

Moxtek

Thin Films Scientist, Xray Windows

Orem, UT · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Innovate in the area of thin coatings and self-standing thin films with a focus on leak and light tightness * Innovate and collaborate with production and process engineering on new product designs

Moxtek

Thin Films Scientist, Xray Windows

Orem, UT · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Innovate in the area of thin coatings and self-standing thin films with a focus on leak and light tightness * Innovate and collaborate with production and process engineering on new product designs

Moxtek

Thin Films Scientist, Xray Windows

Orem, UT · On-site

Innovate in the area of thin coatings and self-standing thin films with a focus on leak and light tightness * Innovate and collaborate with production and process engineering on new product designs

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What is a Thin Films job?

A Thin Films job involves working with microscopic layers of materials that are deposited onto surfaces to create specific optical, electrical, or mechanical properties. Professionals in this field typically work in industries such as semiconductors, optics, or material science, using techniques like sputtering, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), or atomic layer deposition (ALD). Responsibilities may include process development, quality control, equipment maintenance, and research to improve thin-film performance.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Thin Films, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Thin Films often encounter challenges related to achieving uniform film thickness, managing contamination in cleanroom environments, and optimizing deposition parameters for specific material properties. Addressing these challenges typically requires a combination of technical expertise, careful experimental design, and strict adherence to laboratory protocols. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams—such as process engineers, researchers, and quality control staff—is also crucial for troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Staying current with advances in deposition and characterization techniques further contributes to overcoming technical hurdles and achieving project goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Thin Films position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Thin Films role, you need a solid background in materials science, chemistry, physics, or engineering and hands-on experience with thin film deposition techniques such as sputtering, evaporation, or chemical vapor deposition. Familiarity with characterization tools like ellipsometry, X-ray diffraction, and scanning electron microscopy, as well as relevant certifications or cleanroom experience, is highly advantageous. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and clear communication are key soft skills. These capabilities are essential for ensuring precise film fabrication, data accuracy, and effective collaboration in R&D or manufacturing environments.

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Thin Films Technician

Thin Films Technician

Teledyne

Camarillo, CA

$50K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Teledyne Technologies rating

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 142 rated electronics manufacturers

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 a Thin Films Technician!

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:

  • Perform technical work in the areas of AR mounting, demounting, pre/post inspection, and coating.

  • Perform chemical etching on hybrid detectors.

What You Need:

  • Strong understanding of technical drawings, mathematics, and precision measuring.

  • Excellent communication and decision-making skills.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and procedures.

  • High School Diploma with 5-10 years of experience in thin films deposition.

  • U.S. 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 Holiday

  • 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!

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and become part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation.

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Salary Range:

$50,600.00-$67,500.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

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.

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