Photonics Test Engineer

Beacon Photonics; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading tech startup in Virginia as a Photonics Test Engineer, where you will utilize your expertise in testing photonic integrated circuits. This role involves performing critical testing, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive innovations in optical microsystems.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employee stock ownership

Excellent family health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)

401(k) with employer contributions

Generous paid leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with test and characterization of photonic integrated circuits.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform optical and electrical testing of photonic integrated circuits.
• Analyze data, generate test reports, and synthesize results.
• Collaborate with a team of integrated photonics designers.

Skills

Scripting and automation tools (Python, Matlab)

Optical and electrical measurement equipment

Fiber optics

Free-space optics

Optoelectronics components

Education

Master's or Ph.D. degree in physics, electrical engineering, or similar field

Job description

Beacon Photonics is creating revolutionary optical microsystems to disrupt traditional laser markets. Founded by pioneers in the field of integrated photonics, we are a dynamic tech startup at the forefront of optical innovation. Our heterogeneous photonics technology enables high-performance products that provide unparalleled advantages in cost, size, and functionality for communications, sensing, and quantum systems. We are a dedicated group of world-class engineers and scientists devoted to realizing transformative capabilities and solving real-world problems.

We are seeking an exceptional Photonics Test Engineer to join our rapidly growing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in the characterization and control of photonic integrated circuits and have a proven ability to apply this knowledge in practice. In addition, they will understand how to design, bring up, and utilize photonic test infrastructure to enable new characterization and analysis capabilities. As a key team member, you will refine and deliver products, propose and lead technical efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams and state-of-the-art foundries, and report directly to senior leadership. To apply, send your resume to [e-mail] with the position in the subject line.

Responsibilities:

• Perform optical and electrical testing of photonic integrated circuits at the wafer, die, package, and system levels
• Analyze data, generate test reports, and synthesize results to inform future design and process development iterations
• Interact with vendors to procure laboratory supplies and equipment
• Shape the company’s future by building laboratory capabilities, leading new activities, and supporting ongoing research
• Collaborate with a team of integrated photonics designers and foundry partners

Requirements:

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar field
• 2+ years of experience with test and characterization of photonic integrated circuits
• Scripting and automation tools such as Python and Matlab
• Expertise with optical and electrical measurement equipment, fiber optics, free-space optics, and optoelectronics components
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong work ethic, and attention to detail

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Laser measurement experience including RIN, linewidth, feedback sensitivity, and lifetime
• Laser cavity stabilization techniques such as self-injection locking and PDH
• Nonlinear optics including optical down-conversion and frequency combs

Beacon Photonics is based in vibrant Northern Virginia, consistently ranked as one of the most desirable places to live in the country. We value innovation, collaboration, open and honest communication, and a passion for technology. Come build your future with us.

Our benefits include competitive compensation and employee stock ownership. We provide excellent family health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), a 401(k) with employer contributions, and generous paid leave. Beacon is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

This position involves access to technology that may be subject to U.S. export controls. Such access is granted to U.S. citizens (born or naturalized), lawful permanent residents, certain categories of refugees and asylees, and those who can obtain appropriate export control licenses from the U.S. Departments of State and Commerce.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Design, and Research

• Industries

  Semiconductor Manufacturing

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