The Associate Test Engineer role at KLA involves working on the testing of new technologies in a collaborative environment. The position is part of the Global Operations team, which focuses on manufacturing cutting-edge technology. Candidates will engage in moderately complex assignments that require problem-solving skills and technical judgment. This role emphasizes continuous learning and collaboration across various functional teams.

• Hands-on experience in electrical component level testing, troubleshooting, and repair is required.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment is necessary.
• Experience with systems development and testing, including formulating system level requirements and test specifications, is essential.
• A Technical Certificate, AS degree, or equivalent vocational training in a technical discipline with a minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
• Prior hands-on experience testing digital and/or analog components and systems is needed.

• Perform set-up, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
• Determine and develop test specifications, methods, and procedures from blueprints, drawings, and diagrams.
• Test and troubleshoot assemblies and/or final systems, and complete rework on assemblies and/or systems as a result of testing.
• Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
• Work on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations.

• Employees at KLA are often offered competitive pay with bonuses, a 401(k) match, an employee stock purchase program, and financial perks like student-debt assistance, planning support, and group insurance discounts. Health and lifestyle benefits typically include medical/dental/vision, life and other voluntary coverages, paid time off and holidays, family leave, backup care, wellness rewards, gym discounts, and community-volunteering opportunities. Employees also get strong growth support through tuition reimbursement, KLA’s corporate learning center, education awards, and engineering certification programs.