Senior Instrument Tester

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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

Job Summary

Performs electrical, functional, and performance testing of instruments and assemblies to ensure units meet specifications. This role requires strong technical judgment, hands-on troubleshooting, and ownership of test outcomes. In addition to executing tests, the technician is responsible for diagnosing issues, determining corrective actions, and ensuring instruments meet performance requirements prior to release.

Expected to identify abnormal system behavior, investigate root causes, and take appropriate action, including stopping production flow when results do not align with expected performance, even if technically within specification limits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

Testing and System Validation

Reads and interprets test schedules, work orders, specifications, schematics, and diagrams to determine appropriate testing methods and equipment
Sets up, configures, and operates a wide range of diagnostic and test equipment including multimeters, flow meters, oscilloscopes, and automated test systems
Executes electrical, functional, and performance testing on instruments, subassemblies, and fully integrated systems
Validates system-level performance, ensuring all functional and performance requirements are met prior to release

Advanced Troubleshooting and Resolution

Serves as the primary escalation point for complex, non-standard, or intermittent failures
Diagnoses root causes of issues across electrical, pneumatic, and integrated system interactions
Leads resolution of high-complexity problems where standard procedures are insufficient or undefined
Determines and implements corrective actions, including calibration, adjustment, repair, or rework
Performs moderate to advanced repairs to bring systems into full compliance with specifications

System Ownership and Decision-Making

Owns test outcomes for assigned products or production areas, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and quality of results
Exercises independent judgment to assess system performance and determine acceptability of results, even when within specification limits
Makes stop/go decisions that directly impact production flow based on technical assessment
Ensures final product performance meets all operational and quality requirements prior to shipment

Process Ownership and Continuous Improvement

Owns defined test processes, procedures, or product lines, ensuring standardization and effective execution across the team
Identifies recurring or systemic issues and leads implementation of improvements to test methods, fixtures, and equipment
Drives improvements in test efficiency, yield, and repeatability through data analysis and practical application
Provides structured feedback to Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to improve product design, manufacturability, and testability

Cross-Functional Technical Leadership

Interfaces with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to resolve product and process issues
Provides technical input on product performance, failure modes, and test strategies
Supports engineering investigations, validation efforts, and implementation of design or process changes

Team Leadership and Development

Acts as a technical leader within the production/test team, providing guidance and support to technicians and assemblers
Provides structured training and mentoring to less experienced team members
Assists in coordinating test activities and priorities to meet production and quality targets
Promotes consistent application of test standards, troubleshooting methods, and best practices

Documentation and Metrics

Maintains accurate test records, logs, and documentation in accordance with quality requirements
Monitors key performance indicators such as test yield, failure trends, and throughput
Identifies trends and drives corrective actions to improve overall production performance

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Technical Leadership – Serves as a go-to resource for complex technical issues and guides others in problem resolution
Advanced Troubleshooting – Diagnoses and resolves high-complexity system issues across multiple subsystems
Data Evaluation & Judgment – Interprets test data, identifies trends, and makes informed decisions impacting production
Process Ownership – Takes responsibility for defined processes and drives improvements in execution and outcomes
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Works effectively across Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to resolve issues and improve performance
Quality Ownership – Ensures accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all testing activities
Communication – Clearly communicates technical issues, findings, and recommendations
Accountability – Takes ownership of results, decisions, and follow-through
Adaptability & Dependability – Responds to changing priorities and consistently delivers results

Qualifications

Individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Vocational or Technical Certificate in related field and a minimum of 5-10 years of directly related experience, and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer, Language, and Reasoning Skills:

Ability to enter and manage test data in computer systems
Proficient in Excel for data analysis, trending, and reporting
Strong ability to interpret technical documentation and apply judgment in complex scenarios

Other Skills and Abilities

Strong ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics and system diagrams
Hands-on experience with advanced diagnostic equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes required; flow measurement preferred)
Proven experience troubleshooting integrated electromechanical systems
Demonstrated ability to lead technical problem resolution and guide others
Comfortable making independent decisions that impact product quality and production flow
Ability to support cross-functional production needs as required

Other Qualifications

Follows all import/export and regulatory requirements
Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100 preferred
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies preferred

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, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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.