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Attalon, Inc.

Supply Chain Temp

Monrovia, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Our tools integrate robotics, lasers, spectroscopy, computer vision, and custom front-end / backend databases. We are looking for a proactive, highly motivated early-career intern in the business ...

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West Caldwell, NJ · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Laser/turret programming experience is a plus. * Dip brazing experience is a plus. * Experience ... Spectrum offers a number of staffing options including, Direct Hire, Contract, Temp, Retained ...

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How much do temporary laser spectroscopy jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary laser spectroscopy in the United States is $19.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Laser Spectroscopy vs Temporary Optical Technician?

AspectTemporary Laser SpectroscopyTemporary Optical Technician
Required CredentialsTypically requires a degree in physics, optics, or related field; certifications in laser safety are commonRequires technical diploma or associate degree in optics or electronics; certifications in optical systems are beneficial
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, or industrial settings involving laser equipmentManufacturing plants, repair shops, or testing labs with optical and laser systems
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, aerospace, defense, and scientific labsOptical manufacturing, telecommunications, and electronics industries

Temporary Laser Spectroscopy and Temporary Optical Technician roles share overlapping skills in optics and laser safety, but differ mainly in focus. Laser spectroscopy emphasizes research and analysis using lasers, while optical technicians focus on maintaining and repairing optical systems. Both roles are vital in industries utilizing laser and optical technologies.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Laser Spectroscopy job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,394 per year, or $19.9 per hour.
Laser Characterization, Temp

Laser Characterization, Temp

Lightmatter

Mountain View, CA

Other

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

As a Laser Characterization Intern, you will focus on the fundamental performance, physics, and characterization of the semiconductor laser sources that power our photonic computing architecture. You will be responsible for executing State-of-the-Art (SOA) laser testing to ensure the highest levels of spectral purity and stability.

Responsibilities

  • Perform hands-on characterization of semiconductor lasers, laser sources, and semiconductor optical amplifiers.
  • Measure and analyze laser and SOA performance metrics, including output power, wavelength, optical spectrum, side-mode suppression ratio, relative intensity noise, gain, saturation behavior, and wavelength/power stability.
  • Conduct LIV measurements and evaluate laser behavior across current, voltage, temperature, and operating conditions.
  • Perform wavelength and optical power stability measurements over time and across temperature.
  • Characterize optical spectra using optical spectrum analyzers and related optical test equipment.
  • Support RIN, SMSR, optical power, wavelength tuning, and stability measurements.
  • Operate optical lab equipment such as current drivers, temperature controllers, optical spectrum analyzers, optical power meters, photodetectors, polarization controllers, optical filters, optical switches, and fiber-coupled optical components.
  • Develop Python-based automation scripts for instrument control, data collection, data processing, and measurement reporting.
  • Analyze measurement data, identify trends or anomalies, and summarize results clearly for the engineering team.
  • Work closely with photonics, laser, packaging, and characterization teams to support laser and SOA bring-up, debug, and validation activities.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a PhD or advanced degree program in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Photonics, Optics, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of semiconductor lasers, laser physics, and basic semiconductor physics.
  • Familiarity with laser characterization concepts such as LIV curves, threshold current, slope efficiency, wall-plug efficiency, wavelength tuning, linewidth, RIN, SMSR, optical spectrum, and power stability.
  • Hands-on experience with optical lab measurements and optical test equipment.
  • Good understanding of semiconductor optical amplifiers, including optical gain, saturation power, noise, and wavelength-dependent behavior.
  • Experience using optical instruments such as optical spectrum analyzers, optical power meters, current sources, temperature controllers, photodetectors, and optical filters.
  • Exposure to Python scripting for instrument automation, data analysis, and visualization.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for debugging open-ended lab and measurement issues.
  • Ability to work independently in a lab environment and communicate results clearly

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience characterizing DFB lasers, tunable lasers, laser diodes, or semiconductor optical amplifiers.
  • Experience with RIN, SMSR, linewidth, wavelength stability, or long-term optical power stability measurements.
  • Familiarity with fiber-optic alignment, polarization control, optical coupling, and optical loss budgeting.
  • Understanding of III-V semiconductor materials, laser diode operation, carrier dynamics, optical gain, and thermal effects in semiconductor lasers.
  • Experience building automated optical characterization setups using Python.
  • Experience preparing clear characterization reports, including plots, test conditions, measurement methodology, and conclusions.

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