About Applied Optoelectronics
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Industry
Telecommunications
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Sugar Land, TX, US
Year founded
1997
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 6 days ago
Job description
Summary
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is seeking a Production Test Engineer with strong experience in Python and LabVIEW automation to develop, maintain, and optimize automated test systems for high-speed optical transceivers and components (200G/400G/800G). This role involves designing test automation software, integrating optical/electronic instruments (OSA, power meters, BERTs, DCAs, TEC controllers, etc.), and supporting manufacturing teams to ensure reliable and efficient production testing.
Job Duties
Job Requirements
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
WHY AOI?
In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers
We do not accept unsolicited proposals from third-party recruiters or agencies. Contacting hiring managers directly may result in disqualification of submissions.
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AOI) is seeking a Production Test Engineer with strong experience in Python and LabVIEW automation to develop, maintain, and optimize automated test systems for high-speed optical transceivers and components (200G/400G/800G). This role involves designing test automation software, integrating optical/electronic instruments (OSA, power meters, BERTs, DCAs, TEC controllers, etc.), and supporting manufacturing teams to ensure reliable and efficient production testing.
Job Duties
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test software using Python and LabVIEW for optical transceiver module and component testing.
- Integrate and control instruments such as Optical Spectrum Analyzers (OSA), power meters, source meters, BER testers, oscilloscopes (DCA), and TEC controllers using VISA, GPIB, RS-232, TCP/IP, and PXI interfaces.
- Develop, debug and modify existing/new LabVIEW programs to match local test setups, hardware, and environmental conditions.
- Support manufacturing engineers in troubleshooting production line test failures and improving test yield and reliability.
- Conduct system-level debugging for optical, electrical, and thermal test setups.
- Create and maintain SOPs, training documents, and provide hands-on training to operators and technicians on new test procedures and UIs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, QA, PE, IT) to align test requirements and automation standards.
- Maintain revision control and documentation of all test programs and configurations.
- 5% international travel may be required for station deployment, training, or cross-site alignment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Preferred:1 - 3 year of experience in LabVIEW Programming and/or Python test automation
- Experience with test instrumentation (OSA, power metersm source meters, TEC controllers, oscilloscopes etc.).
- Understanding of the operation of data acquisition fundamentals (i.e., plug-in data acquisition cards, RS 232, GPIB, PXI devices and signal conditioning of various sensors)
- Works independently and responsibly without close supervision. Must be able to take full responsibility
- Lift or move items weighing up to 35 pounds
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
WHY AOI?
In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers
- Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
- Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
- Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
- Relocation package available within US
- Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
We do not accept unsolicited proposals from third-party recruiters or agencies. Contacting hiring managers directly may result in disqualification of submissions.
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Q: What is the career path for a Test Engineer?
A: A Test Engineer's career path typically begins with entry-level roles such as Test Engineer or Junior Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer, where they develop and execute test plans, identify defects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. As they gain experience, they progress to mid-level roles like Senior Test Engineer or QA Lead, where they oversee test strategy, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to process improvements. Senior Test Engineers can then move into senior leadership positions, such as Test Manager or Director of Quality Assurance, where they drive organizational quality initiatives and make strategic decisions.
