Helium Mass Spectrometry Leak Test Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Join our quality-focused team in Austin, CA, 78728 as a Helium Mass Spectrometry Leak Test Technician. Your precision and problem-solving mindset will help safeguard product integrity through accurate helium-based leak verification.

A Day in the Role

From setting up instruments to collaborating with engineering, you’ll move through a methodical workflow designed to confirm airtight performance and reliable documentation.

• Perform precise helium-based leak testing on components and assemblies to meet strict quality criteria.
• Set up, tune, and calibrate leak detection systems for peak accuracy and repeatability.
• Interpret test data, record outcomes meticulously, and maintain complete QA documentation.
• Work alongside engineering and production to diagnose issues and resolve leak-related nonconformances.
• Keep the work area orderly and compliant with safety protocols at all times.
• Contribute ideas and actions to continuous improvement initiatives that elevate test methods and throughput.
• Support and mentor junior technicians by sharing procedures, tips, and best practices.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; related technical certification is a plus.
• Hands-on background in leak testing or a comparable technical position.
• Working knowledge of helium leak detection methodologies and equipment.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical judgment.
• Comfort operating independently and collaborating within a team setting.
• Clear, concise communication skills—written and verbal.
• Curiosity and adaptability to learn new tools, technologies, and processes.