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Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics display systems platforms devices services prototyping and manufacturing capabilities. We are known for our unmatched optics stack and have developed ultra-lightweight waveguides and display systems that advance what is possible in AR. With more than a decade of experience in AR innovation we have made groundbreaking advancements in text legibility color fidelity and rich digital content visuals while continually expanding the field of view to create engaging immersive AR experiences.

Magic Leap could be your place if you want to be part of a united team where everyone is empowered and trusted to make an impact. At Magic Leap you can explore innovative solutions and use your talents to solve real-world problems. Working alongside industry experts you can grow your skills while helping make our technology available to millions of people as a partner in the AR ecosystem. We know that successful change and progress accelerate diverse perspectives. As we shape our future everyones voice matters. Together we can reimagine the world of work and with our bold partners make the impossible possible.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced hands-on Staff Metrology & Optical Test Engineer to serve as a key technical leader within our waveguide manufacturing team. This role will drive measurement calibration and instrumentation approaches across nanostructure characterization and optical performance testing for outgoing products. The position has broad impact across the organization helping ensure the highest standards of accuracy repeatability and compliance are met in support of customer requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in metrology and optical test principles quality systems and advanced measurement equipment while serving as a strong cross-functional partner and technical resource to the broader organization. This role is integral to advancing our Optics NPI and Manufacturing practices and will work closely with design process materials and integration teams. This position requires being fully onsite in either Plantation Florida or Austin Texas.

What youll do

• Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence
• Drive and evolve metrology and optical test approaches for Optics NPI and Manufacturing ensuring alignment with product process and quality objectives
• Serve as a technical leader for metrology-related problem solving helping establish best practices in structured root cause analysis and technical communication
• Partner closely across R&D Manufacturing NPI Materials and related teams to support solutions from early NPI through high-volume ramp
• Influence measurement strategy workflow integration and test methodology to improve capability consistency and operational readiness
• Deliver clear technical documentation and presentations and build effective partnerships across internal teams and external suppliers

• Measurement and Optical Test Tools:
• Lead technical oversight of measurement and test equipment to ensure calibration verification traceability and compliance with applicable quality standards such as ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001
• Develop and refine standard methodologies for metrology and optical test including measurement uncertainty analysis gauge R&R calibration planning and tool performance validation
• Define develop and qualify advanced test and characterization methods to deepen understanding of waveguide materials processes and their impact on device performance
• Drive setup and optimization of test recipes configurations and validation plans including GR&R matching studies calibrated standards golden units long-term stability and factory/site acceptance activities for new equipment
• Partner across engineering manufacturing and supplier teams to improve measurement capability test robustness and overall process confidence

• Technical Expertise and Support:
• Serve as a primary technical subject matter expert for complex measurement characterization and optical test challenges providing guidance across R&D Manufacturing Quality and related teams
• Apply deep expertise in metrology characterization optics and nanofabrication to support processes such as imprint and replication wafer cleaning plasma etch chemical vapor deposition and metals deposition
• Drive technical prioritization across metrology and optical test activities to support efficient workflow strong measurement coverage and timely problem solving
• Support and optimize metrology platforms such as AFM ellipsometry interferometry and related characterization equipment as well as waveguide optical testers tied to key performance metrics including ANSI MTF and Transmission
• Analyze and interpret data from metrology and optical test tools including identification of measurement error sources tool variation and tester-to-tester correlations

• Operations and Compliance:
• Drive metrology and optical test capability planning tool implementation and compliance support in partnership with Quality and cross-functional teams to support the companys Quality Management System

What youll bring

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Physics or a related technical field
• 6 years of experience in metrology optical test quality or precision manufacturing including strong hands-on experience with advanced materials and nanostructure characterization
• Deep technical expertise in metrology methods measurement systems uncertainty analysis and statistical data analysis using tools such as JMP Python R or Matlab
• Hands-on experience with characterization techniques such as SEM AFM ellipsometry interferometry XRD EDX uXRF FTIR DSC and TGA
• Strong working knowledge of relevant quality and metrology standards such as ISO 9001 ISO/IEC 17025 and MSA/GR&R methodologies
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom laboratory environment and able to operate effectively in fast-paced settings with evolving priorities

Its exciting if you also have

• Ph.D. in Materials Science Engineering Applied Physics or a related technical discipline
• Experience in semiconductor AR hardware or other advanced manufacturing environments
• Six Sigma CQE or related quality/process certification
• Experience with LIMS calibration management systems or manufacturing systems integration
• Experience with scripting or data post-processing tools such as Python R JMP or Matlab

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to Equal Employment Opportunities guidelines.

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