Quality Section Manager

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.; Sugar Land, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Generous PTO policy

Relocation package within the US

Immigration sponsorships

Job summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is seeking a Quality Section Manager for Production Transceiver Qualification & Reliability.

You will lead a team to ensure performance, durability, reliability and compliance of current and next‑generation optical transceivers, combining quality engineering expertise with strong leadership. You will drive qualification programs, test strategies, and customer interactions, while mentoring engineers and maintaining rigorous documentation to meet industry standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in optical transceiver reliability testing or qualification engineering.
• Experience with environmental chambers, optical test equipment, and reliability analysis tools.
• Leadership & Team Building - Ability to inspire and guide teams toward shared goals.
• Communication - Clear and effective communication across technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification and reliability test programs for transceiver products including 100G/200G/400G/800G transceivers.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to define and execute test strategies and standards; supervise and mentor reliability engineers and technicians.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development.
• Build and mentor a high-performing reliability engineering team, fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Represent the quality team in customer audits and technical reviews.
• Provide technical responses and justifications for qualification results.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for reliability failures, improving product robustness.

Skills

Leadership

Quality engineering

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Team building

Customer focus

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

Tools

Environmental chambers

Optical test equipment

Reliability analysis tools

Job description

AOI is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, veteran status, age, disability, marital status, or any other category protected by State or U.S. Federal law. Moreover, we endeavor to treat our employees fairly.

Quality Section Manager for Production Transceiver Qualification & Reliability will lead a team responsible for ensuring the performance, durability, reliability and compliance of current and next-generation optical transceivers. This role combines technical expertise in quality & reliability engineering with strong leadership and communication skills to drive qualification programs that meet industry standards and customer expectations. The quality section manager will be a proactive problem solver with a deep understanding quality engineering, production verification technologies and a passion for quality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification and reliability test programs for transceiver products including 100G/200G/400G/800G transceivers.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to define and execute test strategies and standards. Supervise and mentor reliability engineers and technicians.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development.
• Build and mentor a high-performing reliability engineering team, fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Quality Compliance, Test Development & Execution

• Ensure product qualification testing aligns with ISO9001, TL9000, Telcordia GR-468, and other industry standards.
• Design and manage stress tests (HTOL, TC, uBDH, BDH, ESD-HBM etc.) per Telcordia, JEDEC, MIL-STD-833, etc. standards and customer requirements.
• Ensure test procedures are robust and repeatable.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Establish and optimize reliability test infrastructure and protocols aligned with corresponding industry standards.
• Analyze reliability data and failure modes.
• Drive process improvements and documentation accuracy.
• Generate comprehensive qualification reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for reliability failures, improving product robustness and reducing field returns RMA (return material authorization).

Customer & Audit Support and Management

• Represent the quality team in customer audits and technical reviews.
• Provide technical responses and justifications for qualification results.
• Support customer audits and technical engagements, contributing to successful design wins and long-term partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in optical transceiver reliability testing or qualification engineering. Deep understanding of transceiver architecture and failure mechanisms.
• Experience with environmental chambers, optical test equipment, and reliability analysis tools. Familiarity with Telcordia GR-468, JEDEC JESD22, and other relevant standards.
• Leadership & Team Building - Ability to inspire and guide teams toward shared goals.
• Communication - Clear and effective communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Problem Solving - Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Project Management - Skilled in managing timelines, resources, and priorities.
• Attention to Detail - High accuracy in data analysis and documentation.
• Adaptability - Comfortable with evolving technologies and shifting priorities.
• Customer Focus - Committed to understanding and meeting customer expectations.

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

WHY AOI?

In addition to a competitive salary, AOI offers

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
• Relocation package available within the US
• Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)