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Associate Test Engineer; Opto-Mech

Listing for: KLA
Full Time position Listed on 2026-10-29
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Production QC/QA, Test Engineer, Quality Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 28.85 - 49.04 USD Hourly USD 28.85 49.04 HOUR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.

Group/Division KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide.

The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology.

GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

As a member of US Operations' New Products Team, the successful Optics ATE will perform hands‑on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of diverse problems related to manufacturing opto‑mechanical sub‑assemblies for KLA's newest reticle inspection products.

ATEs also support continuous improvement efforts that drive MFG process enhancements to cost, cycle‑time, and overall efficiency!

  • Perform hands‑on manufacturing & test of spectacularly critical, sensitive opto‑mechanical sub‑assemblies and/or systems!
  • Assist in the set‑up, alignment, & calibration of sophisticated optical test equipment and processes
  • Agreeable to working evenings or weekends, with pay differential
  • Support manufacturing process improvements
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings/procedures and use a variety of precision test & measurement equipment
  • Demonstrated problem solving & analytical skills to resolve technical challenges in manufacturing
  • Strong ability to update documents for a repeatable Manufacturing Process
  • Must have good interpersonal skills and work in a collaborative manner within a diverse culture
Minimum Qualifications

4 years of relevant experience. Or 2 years of experience and an Associate's degree.

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe.

If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.

Total Rewards Base Pay Range: $28.85 - $49.04 Per Hour

Primary

Location:

USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to:

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • and other voluntary benefits
  • 401(K) including company matching
  • employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
  • student debt assistance
  • tuition reimbursement program
  • development and career growth opportunities and programs
  • financial planning benefits
  • wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
  • paid time off and paid company holidays
  • and family care and bonding leave

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable.

If applicable, your recruiter can…

Position Requirements

10+ Years work experience
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