Lead Laser Reliability Engineer: Lifetime Modeling

The Ascent Group, LLC

Marlborough (MA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

29 hours ago

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Job summary

The Ascent Group, LLC in Marlborough, MA seeks a Lead Laser Component Reliability Engineer to lead reliability analyses for semiconductor laser diodes and fiber-coupled laser modules. You will design and execute accelerated life tests, perform degradation modeling, and deliver data-driven recommendations to improve product qualification.

This role requires strong statistics, experience with Weibull methods, and proficiency in Python or R, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, or Master's with 3+ years, or PhD with 3+ years in Reliability Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
Experience in reliability engineering for optoelectronic, semiconductor, photonic, or laser-based products.
Strong knowledge of reliability statistics, including Weibull analysis, lifetime modeling, and design of experiments (DOE).
Experience with accelerated life testing and degradation modeling.
Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Python, R, or similar statistical software.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute reliability test plans for laser and optoelectronic components.
Conduct accelerated life, burn-in, stress, and qualification testing.
Analyze reliability data using statistical methods to evaluate lifetime, degradation, and failure rates.
Investigate failure mechanisms and perform root-cause analysis.
Prepare technical reports and provide data-driven recommendations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product qualification and reliability improvements.