Senior Fiber Optics Test Lead — Drive Innovation

us conec; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

4 weeks PTO + holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with ER

Job summary

US Conec, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Fiber Optics Test Engineer to lead testing and qualification of fiber-optic connectors and ferrules. You will partner with Product Management, Applications and Development Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure products meet performance, reliability, and cost targets.

This senior role requires defining test strategy, leading investigations, and mentoring others while coordinating across teams to deliver robust test programs and clear technical reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years in fiber optic or telecommunications systems testing and development.
• Ability to lead technical projects independently from planning through execution.
• Experience analyzing test data, applying statistics, and determining next steps.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills; able to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Proven track record working across cross-functional engineering and business teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead optical and mechanical testing programs for new product development and qualification, defining approach and test strategy.
• Translate requirements into testing plans; direct technician testing activities.
• Analyze test data with statistical methods and present conclusions to stakeholders.
• Lead red-flag and predictive testing to assess performance and risk.
• Conduct failure analysis to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions; collaborate with design engineers.

Skills

Fiber optics

Test engineering

Statistical analysis

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Presentations

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Optical test equipment

Vision measurement systems

Environmental chambers

Job description

US Conec, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Fiber Optics Test Engineer to lead testing and qualification of fiber-optic connectors and ferrules. You will partner with Product Management, Applications and Development Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure products meet performance, reliability, and cost targets.

This senior role requires defining test strategy, leading investigations, and mentoring others while coordinating across teams to deliver robust test programs and clear technical reports.