Job Title: Infrared FPA Test Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Infrared FPA Test Engineer to develop and execute test procedures for infrared focal plane arrays (FPAs) and to ensure their performance meets program objectives and specifications. The role involves maintaining detailed test reports, interacting with design teams, and supporting customers with technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute IR FPA test procedures against program performance objectives and specifications.
• Maintain and develop test reports and databases summarizing FPA performance.
• Bring up new Readout Integrated Circuits (ROICs) and Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) for infrared imaging and laser sensing.
• Interact and coordinate with IC design team to validate and characterize new ROICs and ASICs against design specifications.
• Characterize infrared process evaluation chips and manage results reporting.
• Conduct wafer probing of ROICs and FPAs.
• Interact with and support customers using ROICs, FPAs, and cameras.

Essential Skills

• Experience with test system development, including developing tests.
• Proficiency in programming, with a strong preference for Python.
• Experience with PCB test/debug.
• Experience with electrical design and engineering.
• Experience with IR FPA test system development.
• Experience with wafer probe station operation and ROIC and IR FPA screening.
• Ability to analyze and understand data related to ROIC and IR FPA performance.
• Experience with creating reports and documenting tests.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS degree and 5 years experience OR MS degree and 3 years experience.
• Experience with imaging sensor characterization and infrared radiometry.
• Experience with liquid nitrogen and vacuum systems and components.
• Experience with printed circuit board design and debug.
• Experience with FPGA systems; programming is a plus.
• Strong PC usage skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with defined or ambiguous requirements to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Organized and methodical.

Work Environment

This position involves working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The role requires proficiency with various test equipment such as oscilloscopes and familiarity with imaging sensors. The work environment supports interaction with both internal design teams and external customers. Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently are essential.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $57.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Camarillo,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $38 - $57