Sr. Test Engineer
Company websiteflir.com (Teledyne FLIR, opens in new tab)
Base salary $120,300 to $160,400
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Goleta, CA
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- LocationGoleta, CA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (15 min ago) · observed since
About this job
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
Job Summary
Join a team pushing the boundaries of infrared sensing technology. As a Senior Test Engineer, you’ll take ownership of the characterization, development, and production testing of advanced uncooled and cooled infrared readouts, focal plane arrays, and Dewars. You’ll work hands‑on with state‑of‑the‑art wafer probing systems in both office and clean‑room environments, driving improvements that directly influence product performance and yield.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a technical, fast‑paced environment and enjoys solving complex engineering challenges with a high degree of autonomy.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead characterization, testing, and analysis of readouts, FPAs, and flight‑ready Dewars in a production setting.
Develop and enhance test software using MATLAB, C#, and Visual Basic to support evolving product needs.
Author clear test procedures and reports that guide production teams and document key findings.
Configure and optimize test hardware setups for both characterization and high‑volume production testing.
Mentor engineers and technicians, sharing expertise and elevating team capability.
Collaborate across engineering, production, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth product flow and rapid issue resolution.
Maintain and track test equipment, advising on calibration, repair, and replacement needs to support production schedules.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering + 5–7 years relevant experience
- OR Master’s in Electrical Engineering + 3–5 years
- OR PhD in Electrical Engineering + 0–2 years
Highly Desired Skills
- Experience with automated semiconductor wafer probing
- Hands‑on knowledge of Teradyne equipment programming and operation
- Understanding of bolometer technology and cooled ROIC functionality
Additional Skills
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
- ISO 9001 experience is a plus
- Must be US Citizen or PERM Resident
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance starting Day 1
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement for Education
- Fun Employee Events throughout the year
Salary Range:
$120,300.00-$160,400.000The 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.
Source: Teledyne FLIR on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($120,300) is above 6% of the 4,296 Software Engineering roles in California listed on this site. Their median floor is $176,000; the middle half runs from $149,100 to $203,250.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingSr. Test Engineer$120,300 to $160,400
Planning Manager$120,300 to $160,400
Customs Compliance Manager, Aerospace & Defense Electronics$120,300 to $160,400
Test Development Engineer$120,300 to $160,400
Sr. Manager, Inside Sales$120,300 to $160,400
Senior Manufacturing Engineer$120,300 to $160,400
Program Manager$120,300 to $160,400
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Sr. Test Engineer (this listing) | $120,300 - $160,400 |
| Planning Manager | $120,300 - $160,400 |
| Customs Compliance Manager, Aerospace & Defense Electronics | $120,300 - $160,400 |
| Test Development Engineer | $120,300 - $160,400 |
| Sr. Manager, Inside Sales | $120,300 - $160,400 |
| Senior Manufacturing Engineer | $120,300 - $160,400 |
| Program Manager | $120,300 - $160,400 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-08
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US - Goleta, CA
$120,300.00-$160,400.000
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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