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Flir

Engineering Technician

LocationUS - Wilsonville, OR
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience5+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedJul 20, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live2h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have9
Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a technician role supporting NPI, prototype, or LRIP environments
Demonstrated ability to manage tools, fixtures, and equipment in a production or prototype setting
Experience leading and sustaining 5S and lean manufacturing principles
Skilled in reviewing and updating technical work instructions and related documentation
Familiarity with DFM principles and participation in design reviews
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Highly self-driven, proactive, and capable of managing workload independently
Nice to have3
Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent work experience
Direct experience working with electromechanical and/or optomechanical assemblies
Experience with ERP and PLM systems (e.g., Agile)
Eligibility1
Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce
Skills
Microsoft Office
Agile
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
About Teledyne FLIR Defense
Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we’re dedicated to supporting critical missions with an exciting range of cutting-edge technologies. Our products include advanced surveillance sensors, unmanned air and ground vehicles, sensing devices used to detect chemicals, biological agents, radiation and explosives, and a host of other solutions that help warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams do their jobs better.
We’re looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense and Public Safety industries. If you’re mission-driven to globally collaborate on solutions that can change the battlefield and save lives, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.
#TeledyneFLIRDefenseJobs
Job Summary:
The NPI Engineering Technician will play a critical role in supporting the development and launch of new gimbal products at Teledyne FLIR. This position works closely with Product Design Engineering, Qualification, Quality, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to build and refine electromechanical and optomechanical prototypes, support LRIP production, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is hands-on, self-motivated, and capable of identifying and resolving manufacturability issues to ensure smooth transitions from design to production.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
· Support prototype builds for complex electromechanical and optomechanical assemblies in close
coordination with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams
· Manage LRIP (Low-Rate Initial Production) line activities including scheduling, line setup, resource
coordination, and performance tracking.
· Maintain and oversee line assets including specialized tools, fixtures, and equipment necessary for
prototype and early production phases.
· Implement and maintain 5S standards, promoting workplace efficiency, organization, and safety.
· Own and execute moderate-level work instruction updates, ensuring production documentation remains current and accurate.
· Participate in design reviews to support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) efforts, providing firsthand feedback on manufacturability issues and improvement opportunities.
· Identify and document production issues, tooling limitations, and component fit/function concerns for review with engineering teams.
· Provide hands-on build support, troubleshooting, and rework during prototype and initial production
phases.
· Collaborate across functions to drive continuous improvement in processes, product quality, and cycle time.
· Work independently, taking ownership of tasks with minimal supervision and driving issues to closure.
Job Qualifications:
· Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
· Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a technician role supporting NPI, prototype, or LRIP
environments.
· Direct experience working with electromechanical and/or optomechanical assemblies is strongly preferred.
· Demonstrated ability to manage tools, fixtures, and equipment in a production or prototype setting.
· Experience leading and sustaining 5S and lean manufacturing principles.
· Skilled in reviewing and updating technical work instructions and related documentation.
· Familiarity with DFM principles and participation in design reviews to provide production-focused
feedback.
· Strong problem-solving and communication skills; able to document, communicate, and escalate issues clearly.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP and PLM systems (e.g., Agile) is a plus.
· Highly self-driven, proactive, and capable of managing workload independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Legal
Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.
#FLIR
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.
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