Electronics F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California
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Get Access To All JobsABOUT COMMONWEALTH FUSION SYSTEMS:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.
If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.
JOIN THE POWER MOVEMENT AS A PROCESS TECHNICIAN
We’re looking for a Process Technician to join our R&D and pilot team to help build the next generation of thin-film deposition technology. The Process Technician will be responsible for processing tool operation and measurement system operation, sample measurement, data entry and reporting. The role will interact with R&D technical staff, process engineers, and metrology engineers. This role requires attention to detail, procedural discipline and timely execution. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
What you'll do:
- Operate thin film process equipment and thin film metrology systems
- Execute experimental and test plans and document results
- Use data management systems including laboratory information management systems and manufacturing execution systems
What we’re looking for:
- Associate degree
- Minimum 5 years of experience working as a process or metrology technician in thin film R&D and manufacturing
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Ability to take directions from supervisors and work independently in a fast-paced, startup environment
- Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work
- Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including test execution, data collection and reporting
- Demonstrated ability in reading and understanding technical instructions and manuals
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Bonus points for:
- B.S. in a technical field (or equivalent industrial experience)
- Experience in the semiconductor, battery, solar cell, optoelectronics or related fields
- Experience working in a fabrication facility
Must-have Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally, including compressed work-week shift schedule
At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.
This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
ABOUT COMMONWEALTH FUSION SYSTEMS:
Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.
Combining decades of research, top talent, and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And we're working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.
We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised nearly $3 billion in capital, making us the largest and leading private fusion company in the world.
Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.
If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.
JOIN THE POWER MOVEMENT AS A PROCESS TECHNICIAN
We’re looking for a Process Technician to join our R&D and pilot team to help build the next generation of thin-film deposition technology. The Process Technician will be responsible for processing tool operation and measurement system operation, sample measurement, data entry and reporting. The role will interact with R&D technical staff, process engineers, and metrology engineers. This role requires attention to detail, procedural discipline and timely execution. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
What you'll do:
- Operate thin film process equipment and thin film metrology systems
- Execute experimental and test plans and document results
- Use data management systems including laboratory information management systems and manufacturing execution systems
What we’re looking for:
- Associate degree
- Minimum 5 years of experience working as a process or metrology technician in thin film R&D and manufacturing
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Ability to take directions from supervisors and work independently in a fast-paced, startup environment
- Meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness with hands-on work
- Ability and patience to work through projects from start to finish, including test execution, data collection and reporting
- Demonstrated ability in reading and understanding technical instructions and manuals
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills
Bonus points for:
- B.S. in a technical field (or equivalent industrial experience)
- Experience in the semiconductor, battery, solar cell, optoelectronics or related fields
- Experience working in a fabrication facility
Must-have Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Perform activities such as stooping, climbing, typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
- Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
- Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally, including compressed work-week shift schedule
At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.
We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.
This role requires compliance with U.S. laws concerning the export of controlled or protected technologies or information (collectively, “Export Control Laws"). Any offer of employment will be contingent on the need for compliance with such Export Control Laws.
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Which electronics companies in California sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
California's largest electronics and semiconductor employers have consistent STEM OPT sponsorship histories documented in DOL Labor Condition Application filings. Companies such as Apple, Qualcomm, Intel, Broadcom, NVIDIA, and Applied Materials appear frequently in those records across hardware engineering, chip architecture, and firmware roles. Defense electronics contractors like Raytheon and L3Harris also file in California, though those roles may carry additional security clearance requirements that can complicate sponsorship.
Which California cities have the most electronics F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Silicon Valley cities, including San Jose, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale, account for the highest concentration of electronics STEM OPT-eligible roles given the density of semiconductor and hardware firms headquartered there. San Diego is a secondary hub with strong activity in wireless and RF engineering, driven by Qualcomm and its supplier network. Los Angeles and the South Bay host aerospace electronics and defense hardware employers, while Sacramento has a smaller but active power electronics and utility-tech cluster.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for STEM OPT are tied to degrees in USCIS-designated STEM fields, not to the job title alone. In electronics, that typically covers positions in hardware engineering, semiconductor design, embedded systems development, signal processing, RF and antenna engineering, PCB design, and test engineering when filled by graduates holding degrees in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related STEM disciplines. O*NET classifications can help confirm whether a specific role falls within a STEM-designated occupation category.
How do I find electronics F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate surfaces electronics roles in California filtered by employers with verified STEM OPT and H-1B visa LCA filing history, so you can focus on companies that have sponsored international candidates in hardware and semiconductor roles before. Searching by occupation and filtering to California lets you identify active STEM OPT-eligible postings in cities like San Jose, San Diego, and Santa Clara without sifting through employers with no sponsorship track record.
Are there California-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in electronics?
California's strong labor protections and prevailing wage requirements mean employers filing LCAs for electronics roles must meet DOL wage standards, which you can verify using the OFLC Wage Search tool by occupation and county. California also has a large proportion of electronics employers enrolled in E-Verify, a federal requirement for STEM OPT employers. Some defense electronics roles in the state require U.S. citizenship or security clearances, which would make STEM OPT sponsorship impossible regardless of employer willingness.