Fiber Optic Interconnect Test Engineer

Vertical Laboratories; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company contributions

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Employee bonus program

Job summary

Vertical Laboratories LLC in Glendale, CA is seeking a Fiber Optic Test Engineer to manage challenging testing projects from start to finish, collaborating with technicians, QA staff, and customers to ensure exceptional results.

You will research standards, design and fabricate test equipment, and perform precise fiber optic measurements in aerospace environments, contributing to continuous process improvements and high-quality documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s preferred.
• MIL-DTL-28840, MIL-PRF-28876, MIL-PRF-29504 standards experience.
• LabVIEW programming experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), with the ability to chart and graph trends, create metrics, and track and monitor data.
• Excellent report writing and technical documentation skills.
• Strong organizational, presentation, and root cause analysis skills.
• Advanced mathematical aptitude and experience with data analysis/statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Research test standards and create custom test plans tailored to customer needs.
• Stay current on best practices and explore new testing methodologies.
• Program and verify high-level equipment parameters for testing.
• Operate specialized test machinery, including vibration shaker, shock tester, temperature and humidity chambers, thermal shock chamber, salt spray chamber, tensile testers, and thermal vacuum chamber.
• Perform insertion loss and return loss measurements on fiber optic interconnects.
• Design, fabricate, and verify custom test equipment and setups.
• Work closely with Test Technicians and Quality Management Staff to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Conduct root cause and trend analysis to improve processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

LabVIEW

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Job description

Job Title

Fiber Optic Test Engineer

Company

Vertical Laboratories LLC

Location

Glendale, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

About Us

Vertical Laboratories LLC is a leading Aerospace Environmental Simulation Laboratory, specializing in R&D and Qualification testing for ruggedized interconnects. Our team thrives on tackling challenging projects that push the limits of testing standards. At Vertical Labs, we take pride in doing what other labs won’t, fostering a highly challenging and rewarding atmosphere.

Position Overview

As a Fiber Optic Test Engineer, you will manage challenging testing projects from start to finish. You’ll collaborate with technicians, quality management staff, and customers to ensure exceptional outcomes. This role involves research, testing, design, and fabrication to support the rigorous testing of fiber optic interconnects in aerospace environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and Planning:
  • Research test standards and create custom test plans tailored to customer needs.
  • Stay current on best practices and explore new testing methodologies.
• Test Equipment Operation:
  • Program and verify high-level equipment parameters for testing.
  • Operate specialized test machinery, including:
    • Vibration Shaker
    • Shock Tester
    • Temperature and Humidity Chambers
    • Thermal Shock Chamber
    • Salt Spray Chamber
    • Tensile Testers
    • Thermal Vacuum Chamber
• Fiber Optic Testing:
  • Perform insertion loss and return loss measurements on fiber optic interconnects before, during, and after testing.
• Design and Fabrication:
  • Design, fabricate, and verify custom test equipment and setups.
• Collaboration and Quality Assurance:
  • Work closely with Test Technicians and Quality Management Staff to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conduct root cause and trend analysis to improve processes.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience and Expertise:
  • Experience with MIL-DTL-28840, MIL-PRF-28876, and MIL-PRF-29504 standards.
  • LabView programming experience is a plus.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), with the ability to chart and graph trends, create metrics, and track and monitor data.
  • Excellent report writing and technical documentation skills.
  • Strong organizational, presentation, and root cause analysis skills.
  • Advanced mathematical aptitude and experience with data analysis/statistical methods.
• Attributes:
  • Results‑driven, self‑motivated, and able to work independently to achieve goals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Employee bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Vertical Laboratories LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence, and qualifications. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.