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Astera Labs

Tech Lead Optical Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$185K - $240K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Tech Lead - Optical Test Engineer to contribute to the development and deployment of optical test solutions for silicon photonics devices and ...

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

$95K - $123K/yr

Optical Test Engineer, AI Satellites (Starmind) Bastrop, TX SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where ...

Future Ventures

Sr. Optical Engineer (Starfall)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$130K - $169K/yr

As a Senior Optical Engineer, you will own free-space optical system design, validation, and ... Review test data and lead anomaly investigation and resolution * Own performance budgets, design ...

Impulse Space

Optical Test Engineer II

Redondo Beach, CA

$136K - $176K/yr

As an Optical Test Engineer at Impulse , you will be responsible for designing, procuring, assembling, and operating optomechanical test setups while working closely with a fast paced, agile team ...

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

$95K - $123K/yr

As a Senior Optical Engineer, you will own free‑space optical system design, validation, and ... Review test data and lead anomaly investigation and resolution * Own performance budgets, design ...

IonQ

Senior Photonics Test Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

As a Senior Photonics Test Engineer, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to ... Hands-on experience with room-temperature optical test setups Preferred Qualifications: * 5+ years ...

SpaceX

Sr. Optical Engineer (Starfall)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$131K - $169K/yr

SR. OPTICAL ENGINEER (STARFALL) SpaceX optical systems require a powerful blend of theoretical ... Review test data and lead anomaly investigation and resolution * Own performance budgets, design ...

Impulse Space

Optical Test Engineer II

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$115K - $165K/yr

Description As an Optical Test Engineer at Impulse , you will be responsible for designing, procuring, assembling, and operating optomechanical test setups while working closely with a fast paced ...

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Senior Infrared Optical Test Engineer

Austin, TX

BAE Systems
National Security and International Affairs • 10K+ employees
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$97K - $164K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 50 rated military and defense

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Job Description
What's it like working for a company knowing that what you do protects what really matters and make a difference in people's lives? Inspiring.
At BAE Systems, we deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support services. Do you like working in a cohesive team environment? Do you want a career with a variety of challenges working with leading edge technology intended to protect our warfighter? If so, then we want to hear from you!
At BAE Systems we are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Infrared Optical Test Engineer with experience supporting circuit card assemblies and modules. As a Senior Infrared Optical Test Engineer in this position, the candidate would be responsible for production testing of IR and optical modules and circuit card assemblies.
This position is first shift on a 9/80 work schedule
This position may include the following activities:
  • Design and maintain test processes, work instructions, routes, and assembly documentation.
  • Identify and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) that impact test processes.
  • Support test-related factory safety, ergonomics, 7S, and environmental compliance through assessments and initiatives.
  • Develop and maintain preventive maintenance (PM) and process qualification plans (PQP).
  • Train operators, technicians, and junior engineers and provide daily technical support on process execution and issue resolution.
  • Create drawings for, and procure, fixtures, tools, and test aids.
  • Perform validations on test equipment.
  • Drive equipment moves and factory transitions, coordinating MEP needs and production readiness.
  • Drive root cause investigations and lead implementation of corrective and preventive actions (RCCA).
  • Oversee capital projects and manage procurement activities for test resources.
  • Lead / support Transition to Production (site relocations and NPI) efforts in the factory.
  • Represent the test team in audits, CAB meetings, and customer engagements.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 5+ years of overall engineering and manufacturing experience including experience using RF measurement and test equipment such as power meters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers
  • Demonstrate strong technical aptitude, communication skills, and be able to work cross-functionally within the operations organization and with other disciplines/functions.
  • Problem solving capabilities and experience using metrics and data to drive actions
  • Proven track record of solving/ troubleshooting complicated production issues and/ or driving yield improvements

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelors Degree
  • 7+ years experience using IR/optical/laser measurement and test equipment including power meters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers, to debug to the component level in circuit cards, and to troubleshoot test systems and drive improvements
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Experience with Circuit card assemblies; Test, Design, troubleshoot
  • Performs preliminary Material Review / Material Review Board (PMR/MRB) for the disposition of discrepant material
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Root Cause and Corrective Action methodology
  • IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

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10,000+ Employees

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Falls Church, VA, US

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