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Associate Test Engineer

KLA

Location

Milpitas, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/22/2026

Compensation

$28.85 - $49.04 per hour

Undergraduate Entry-Level
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Job description

The Associate Test Engineer role at KLA involves working on the testing of new technologies in a collaborative environment. The team focuses on various aspects of manufacturing, including optics, assembly, and system integration. Candidates will engage in moderately complex assignments that require problem-solving and technical judgment. This position is ideal for those who enjoy continuous learning and working with cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience in electrical component level testing, troubleshooting, and repair.
  • Ability to work in a clean room environment.
  • Experience with systems development and testing, including formulating system level requirements.
  • Hands-on experience using Oscilloscopes and DVM analysis tools is preferred.
  • Technical Certificate, AS degree, military technical training, or equivalent vocational training in a technical discipline, or a minimum of 4 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

  • 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, completing rework as necessary.
  • Prepare technical reports summarizing findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
  • Provide work assignment direction and technical training to peers.

Benefits

  • 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.

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