Fiber Optics Engineer

Silicon Forest Electronics, a subsidiary of Impact Electronic Solutions; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick Pay

8 Paid holidays + A floating holiday

401k plan options after waiting period

Medical, dental, vision, AD&D and life

Job summary

Silicon Forest Electronics, a subsidiary of Impact Electronic Solutions, seeks a Fiber Optics Engineer to design, develop, and optimize fiber optic cable assemblies in a manufacturing setting. You will work with production, quality, and R&D teams to improve yields, resolve issues, and implement test protocols while ensuring compliance with Telcordia, IEC, and customer specs.

The role requires deep knowledge of splicing, termination, and processes, plus strong communication and leadership in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic principles, cable structures, splicing, connectorization, and testing methodologies.
• Experience with fiber optic manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control practices.
• Proficiency in reading and creating technical schematics, diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Solid problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with industry standards for fiber optic components and assemblies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and project leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with CAD, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
• Training in Lean/Six Sigma, SPC/DOE, FMEA, ERP fluency.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment and materials typical for a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fiber optic cable assemblies and manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including technical drawings, process flows, work instructions, and BOMs.
• Oversee fiber optic splicing, termination, testing, and inspection processes to ensure compliance with performance and quality standards.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues related to fiber optic assemblies, materials, and manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and R&D teams to improve yields, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop and implement test protocols for fiber optic cables and assemblies, ensuring compliance with customer and industry specifications.
• Train production staff on proper fiber optic handling, assembly, and safety procedures.
• Evaluate and qualify new materials, components, and manufacturing technologies.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards such as Telcordia, IEC, and relevant customer specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and quality enhancement.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Independent and collaborative work

CAD/SolidWorks proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Physics

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Position Summary The Fiber Optics Engineer is responsible for the design, development, optimization, and oversight of fiber optic cable assembly processes within a manufacturing environment. This role requires in-depth technical knowledge of fiber optic systems, cable types, splicing and termination methods, and manufacturing quality standards. The Engineer will work closely with production teams to improve assembly techniques, ensure product quality, troubleshoot technical issues, and support the development of new fiber optic products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop fiber optic cable assemblies and manufacturing processes.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including technical drawings, process flows, work instructions, and BOMs.
• Oversee fiber optic splicing, termination, testing, and inspection processes to ensure compliance with performance and quality standards.
• Analyze and resolve technical issues related to fiber optic assemblies, materials, and manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and R&D teams to improve yields, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Develop and implement test protocols for fiber optic cables and assemblies, ensuring compliance with customer and industry specifications.
• Train production staff on proper fiber optic handling, assembly, and safety procedures.
• Evaluate and qualify new materials, components, and manufacturing technologies.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards such as Telcordia, IEC, and relevant customer specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and quality enhancement.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic principles, cable structures, splicing, connectorization, and testing methodologies.
• Experience with fiber optic manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control practices.
• Proficiency in reading and creating technical schematics, diagrams, and engineering drawings.
• Solid problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with industry standards for fiber optic components and assemblies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration/project leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with software tools such as CAD, SolidWorks, or similar is a plus.
• Training in Lean/Six Sigma, SPC/DOE, FMEA, ERP fluency.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment and materials typical for a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of experience in fiber optic product design or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience working in a cable assembly factory environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Paid time off
• Sick Pay
• 8 Paid holidays + A floating holiday
• 401k plan options after waiting period
• Medical, dental, vision, AD&D and life insurance available after waiting period