Optical Component Evaluation Engineer - Hands-On Testing

Lumentum; San Jose (CA); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lumentum Operations LLC seeks an Optical Component Evaluation Engineer to lead the characterization, testing, and qualification of optical components for telecom and data communications products. This role involves hands-on testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with design and manufacturing teams to ensure performance and reliability.

The candidate will develop test plans, execute measurements on lasers, detectors, modulators, and fibers, and drive improvements in test

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics, or related field.
• Experience in optical component testing and characterization.
• Strong understanding of optical principles, fiber optics, and semiconductor physics.
• Hands-on experience with optical test and measurement equipment (OSAs, power meters, BERTs, optical benches).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, JMP, Excel).
• Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) and scripting for test automation is a plus.
• Familiarity with industry standards for optical components (Telcordia, IEC) is desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute test plans for evaluating optical components (lasers, detectors, modulators, waveguides, fibers, passive devices).
• Perform hands-on optical, electrical, and environmental testing with lab equipment (OSA, power meters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, environmental chambers).
• Analyze test data, generate reports, and recommend component selection and design improvements.
• Collaborate with R&D, design, and product engineering to define specifications and meet performance requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot optical component failures and perform root cause analysis.
• Contribute to development and improvement of automated test systems and data analysis tools.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, results, and specifications.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in optical component technologies.

Kenntnisse

Python

MATLAB

Data analysis

Communication

Independent work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's / Master's in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics

Tools

OSAs

Power meters

BERTs

Optical benches

ATE

Jobbeschreibung

Lumentum Operations LLC seeks an Optical Component Evaluation Engineer to lead the characterization, testing, and qualification of optical components for telecom and data communications products. This role involves hands-on testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with design and manufacturing teams to ensure performance and reliability.

The candidate will develop test plans, execute measurements on lasers, detectors, modulators, and fibers, and drive improvements in test