R&D Test Technician

KYOCERA SLD Laser Inc. (KSLD)is a global leader in the commercialization ofgallium nitride (GaN) based laser light sources. As a wholly owned subsidiary ofKYOCERA Corporation KSLD combines advanced laser innovation with the strength scale and manufacturing excellence of a global technology leader.

KSLD develops and manufactures high performance LaserLightsolutions engineered to deliver exceptional brightness efficiency and reliability. Our GaN laser technologies enable a wide range of applications including automotive and mobility specialty and portable lighting projection and AR/VR displays biomedical instrumentation industrial imaging and emerging communication technologies such as LiFi. With vertically integrated capabilities and deep technical expertise KSLD collaborates closely with customers to deliver application specific laser solutions accelerating development timelines from concept through production. The company operates advanced R&D and manufacturing facilities inSanta Barbara CAandFremont CA supporting both innovation and high volume manufacturing needs.

KSLD isISO 9001 certifiedandIATF 16949 compliantfor automotive applications and its products meet rigorous UL and IEC safety standards reflecting a strong commitment to quality safety and reliability.

Recognized byFortune magazines Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production KSLD fosters an employee centric culture built on collaboration technical excellence and continuous innovation. Guided by a mission to engineer the future of light KSLD develops laser based solutions that power next generation mobility consumer specialty lighting and industrial technologies.

KSLD will continue to pioneer the future of light by developing manufacturing and marketing innovative laser based products with high efficiency and luminance for mobility specialty lighting consumer and industrial applications. To learn more about KSLD visitor contact the company ator .

Job Description

Kyocera SLD Laser is looking for an individual to participate in achieving GaN device testing objectives in the Advanced Development group at Kyocera SLD Laser. This role will focus on the rapid execution of lots aimed at testing of test-structures and devices for characterizing device and process performance. The successful candidate will be hands-on self-motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to quickly learn and carry out test procedures from start to finish. Contributing to the improvement of testing techniques is also expected. This person will play an important role in developing new laser and optoelectronic device structures and testing processes.

Specific Responsibilities

• Testing of GaN devices and test-structures
• Tracking of testing steps and documenting results
• Data entry and performing test related calculations
• Supporting test equipment maintenance routine calibration and spares inventory
• Aiding in the development of new testing equipment and methods

Experience and Skills

• Must be able to work under microscope and have very high level of dexterity (devices to manually handle are small and fragile). Mechanical aptitude manual dexterity and attention to detail required.
• Must have computer experience. Basic skills with navigating folders and network be proficient in MS Word and MS Excel or similar.
• Must be organized and safety quality and detail-orientated
• Must have a good understanding of how automation machine works.
• Good communication skills. Able to work alongside engineering staff and technicians
• Semiconductor testing experience preferred but not required
• III-V laser or other optoelectronic testing experience preferred but not required
• Requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent with 2 years of experience or AS or BS with some semiconductor device testing experience highly desired

The full time base salary range for the position of R&D Test Technicianis $21.00 to $25.00 per range reflects the minimum and maximum possible base salary for new hires for the role based on the advertised location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including work location job related skills experience and relevant education and training. For more information about the base salary range applicable to the work location talk to the recruiter.

Kyocera SLD Laser Inc. is an equal opportunity do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry citizenship age physical or mental disability legally protected medical condition military or veteran status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information or any other basis protected by local state or federal laws.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and requirements of personnel as classified.