Optical Test Engineer

· Develop test automation and data acquisition software using LabVIEW and Python.

· Create scripts and tools for processing large optical test datasets.

· Improve laboratory efficiency through automation and software development.

· Support integration of instruments, motion control systems, cameras, and optical measurement equipment.

· Design test fixtures, tooling, and laboratory equipment using SolidWorks or Siemens NX.

· Generate engineering drawings and support fabrication of custom hardware to develop testing fixtures.

· Work closely with product, process, manufacturing, and quality engineers.

· Participate in root cause investigations and failure analysis activities.

· Support continuous improvement initiatives for products, processes, and laboratory capabilities.

· Present technical findings to engineering teams and project stakeholders.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

· Hands-on laboratory aptitude and attention to detail.

· Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and develop technical expertise.

· Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

· B.S. degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Photonics, or a related technical discipline.

· 2+ years of optics experience in a laboratory, process development, testing, or manufacturing environment.

· Proficiency in LabVIEW for data acquisition and instrument control.

· Proficiency in Python for data analysis, automation, and scripting.

· Experience with a CAD software for mechanical design and fixture development.

· Knowledge of engineering test methods and statistical data analysis.

· Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation and measurement systems.

· Experience using optical sources and detectors across various wavelength and power regimes.

· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

· Willing and able to travel 10-15% of the time

· Internship, co-op, undergraduate research, or industry experience in optics or photonics.

· Experience with fiber optics, photonics, or optical communication systems.

· Experience with fiber optic processes such as fiber cleaving, splicing, and polishing.

· Familiarity with polarization-maintaining fibers, fiber optic connectors, interferometry, and optical alignment techniques.

· Experience with image processing, machine vision, or motion control systems.

· Exposure to environmental or reliability testing.

· Knowledge of DOE, SPC, Minitab, MATLAB, or similar analytical tools.