Lab Technician

Job Description: We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Lab Technician to support the day-to-day operations of our San Diego validation and test laboratory. This is an entry- to mid-level position that combines practical technical skills with strong organizational discipline. The ideal candidate will serve as a key contributor on the lab floor — setting up and operating test equipment, maintaining lab assets, supporting engineers during test builds, and ensuring the lab environment stays orderly, calibrated, and ready for action.

Responsibilities: Support daily lab activities including equipment setup, teardown, and general lab housekeeping to ensure a safe, organized, and efficient workspace. Assist with lab asset tracking — logging new equipment receipts, affixing asset tags, updating inventory records, and supporting periodic audits. Set up and operate RF and electronic test equipment including network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power supplies, and oscilloscopes under the direction of validation or product engineers. Support bring-up, characterization, and reliability testing activities (e.g., HTOL, ESD) by preparing boards, loading devices, connecting test fixtures, and monitoring ongoing test runs. Assist validation and test engineers with Advantest 93K ATE platform and Chroma handler operations — including device loading, handler setup, and basic troubleshooting. Maintain the equipment calibration schedule — coordinating pickup and return of instruments, updating calibration logs, and flagging overdue or out-of-tolerance equipment. Support sample preparation and shipment activities including part baking, tray packaging, labeling, and coordination with shipping/logistics for customer and internal shipments. Manage lab consumables and spare parts inventory — tracking usage, identifying reorder needs, and submitting purchase requisitions through SAP or equivalent ERP systems. Coordinate with external vendors for equipment repairs, service calls, and calibration pickups; follow up on open service tickets and maintain records of resolutions. Support ISO certification activities by maintaining accurate lab records, equipment logs, calibration certificates, and operational documentation in accordance with established procedures. Assist engineers with NPI and customer deliverable activities by preparing hardware, staging test setups, and ensuring materials are available and ready per schedule. Identify and escalate lab issues — equipment malfunctions, inventory shortages, facility concerns — to the Lab Operations Manager or engineering leads in a timely manner. Follow all lab safety protocols, ESD handling procedures, and cleanroom or controlled environment guidelines as applicable.

Requirements: Associate or bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics, Physics, or a related technical field; or equivalent hands-on technical experience.1–4 years of experience in a semiconductor, electronics, or RF lab environment, including hands-on bench work and equipment operation. Practical experience handling and operating RF and electronic test equipment (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power supplies).Familiarity with ATE platforms; exposure to the Advantest 93K and/or Chroma handlers is a plus. Basic understanding of semiconductor device handling, ESD precautions, and reliability test board (BIB/loadboard) setups. Experience with lab inventory management, asset tracking, or equipment calibration coordination. Working familiarity with ERP or procurement systems such as SAP for tracking purchase requisitions and asset records is a plus. Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow written procedures, maintain accurate logs, and escalate anomalies appropriately. Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with engineers and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced startup environment. Ability to lift and move lab equipment as needed and work in a hands-on lab setting.