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SpaceX

Sr. Optical Engineer (Starfall)

Hawthorne, CA

$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 ...

Nokia

Staff-Optical Test Engineer

Allentown, PA · On-site

$127K - $164K/yr

Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Physics, or related field (or equivalent industry experience) * 8+ years of experience in optical and/or electrical test engineering, with a focus on complex ...

SpaceX

Sr. Optical Engineer (Starfall)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$131K - $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 ...

SpaceX

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 ...

Astera Labs

Senior Director of Optical Test

San Jose, CA · On-site

$260K - $295K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking a visionary and execution-focused Senior Director of Optical Test to ... Scale test infrastructure and methodologies from engineering samples to high-volume manufacturing.

LLNL

Senior Optical Engineer

Livermore, CA · On-site

$151K - $195K/yr

Develop and implement optical test methodologies, data analysis techniques, and software tools to support engineering evaluations and performance verification. * Prepare and review engineering ...

LLNL

Senior Optical Engineer

Livermore, CA · On-site

$9.7K/wk

Develop and implement optical test methodologies, data analysis techniques, and software tools to support engineering evaluations and performance verification. * Prepare and review engineering ...

Nokia

Optical Test Development Engineer

Allentown, PA · On-site

$127K - $164K/yr

As an Optical Test Development Engineer, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of optical technology. Your expertise will be instrumental in creating innovative testing methodologies and ...

ITW Miller

Sr. Optical Engineer

Appleton, WI · On-site

$122K - $158K/yr

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Senior Optical Engineer to drive the design, development ... Develop test plans, qualification procedures, and process validation protocols. * Ensure compliance ...

LLNL

Senior Optical Engineer

Livermore, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Develop and implement optical test methodologies, data analysis techniques, and software tools to support engineering evaluations and performance verification. * Prepare and review engineering ...

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 ... Familiarity with free-space optics and imaging systems. * Hands-on experience with cryogenic ...

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RF/Optical Test Engineer

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings

Hamilton, NJ • On-site

$60K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Company Overview:
MACOM (NASDAQ:MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advancedsemiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including DataCenters, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We developinnovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radiofrequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics, and high-speed analogtechnologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructureapplications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing,satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment,test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.
MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor processdevelopment, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systemsarchitecture, and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers'success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challengingproblems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of thehighest power, highest frequency, and/or highest data rates.
Leading technologies, innovative products, and driven employees. Come bea part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivityinfrastructure!
Job Title:RF/Optical Test Engineer
PositionOverview:
As a TestEngineer at MACOM, you will partner with New Product Development and ProductEngineering to develop and support advanced test solutions for RF over fiberproducts. You will be challenged by a diverse mix of new products,applications, and high-performance technologies, serving primarily Aerospaceand Defense markets.
CoreResponsibilities:
  • Test Development: Develop automated test systems and write code to collect, analyze, and present characterization and performance data.
    Production Support: Facilitate new product transitions from engineering to manufacturing and create test plans to verify product performance.
  • Data Analysis: Analyze test data against specifications and process parameters. Identify data trends and study performance against environmental stresses.
  • Troubleshooting & Yield: Assist Quality with root-cause analysis for test failures, investigate yield issues, and help with corrective actions.
  • Lab Operations: Utilize test lab equipment (e.g., power supplies, oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers) and create drivers as necessary for test equipment automation.

JobRequirements & Qualifications:
  • Education: B.S. or M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a directly related technical field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in RF and/or optical test engineering and test solution development and writing software for automated testing.
  • Technical Skills: Experience creating test documentation and writing test procedures. Familiarity with Optical, RF, Microwave, and general lab equipment, and automation and communication protocols like GPIB SCPI, RS232, I2C, SPI, Ethernet is preferred. Understanding optical and RF measurements such as gain and noise figure is desired.
  • Software/Tools: Proficiency with Python used to develop automation and GUIs, as well as proficiency using Git/GitHub/GitLab is preferred. Familiarity with National Instruments hardware, PYVISA and related libraries is desired. Experience with embedded firmware, C++, Linux, Verilog is a plus.
  • ITAR/Compliance: Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.

The Salary Range for this position is $60,000-$120,000 annual.Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, includingbut not limited to, work location, relevant candidates' experience, education,and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Benefits: This position offers acomprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
  • Paid time off.
  • Professional development opportunities.

This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awardsand cash bonuses, solely at MACOM's discretion, subject to individual andcompany performance.
EEO:
MACOM is an Equal OpportunityEmployer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate againstany worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, genderidentity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, geneticinformation, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any othercategory protected under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providingreasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mentaldisabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonableaccommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call+1-978-656-2500 or email HR_Ops@MACOM.com. Provide your name, phone number andthe position title and location in which you are interested, and nature ofaccommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with currentemployees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

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