Optical Component Evaluation Engineer

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Lumentum Operations LLC is seeking an Optical Component Evaluation Engineer to play a key role in the characterization testing and qualification of optical components for advanced telecommunications and data communications products. This position involves hands-on testing data analysis and collaboration with design and manufacturing teams to ensure the performance and reliability of our optical solutions.

Job Responsibilities**

* Develop and execute test plans for the comprehensive evaluation of new and existing optical components (e.g. lasers detectors modulators waveguides fibers passive devices).
* Perform hands-on optical electrical and environmental testing using a variety of lab equipment such as optical spectrum analyzers power meters oscilloscopes network analyzers and environmental chambers.
* Analyze test data generate detailed reports and provide clear recommendations for component selection design improvements and manufacturing processes.
* Work closely with R&D design and product engineering teams to define component specifications and ensure performance requirements are met.
* Identify and troubleshoot optical component failures conduct root cause analysis and propose corrective actions.
* Contribute to the development and improvement of automated test systems and data analysis tools.
* Maintain accurate documentation of test procedures results and component specifications.
* Stay current with industry trends and advancements in optical component technologies and evaluation methodologies.

Job Qualifications**

* Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Optics Physics or a related field.
* Experience in optical component testing and characterization.
* Strong understanding of optical principles fiber optics and semiconductor physics.
* Hands-on experience with optical test and measurement equipment (e.g. OSAs power meters BERTs optical benches).
* Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g. Python MATLAB JMP Excel).
* Experience with automated test equipment (ATE) and scripting for test automation is a plus.
* Familiarity with industry standards for optical components (e.g. Telcordia IEC) is desirable.
* Excellent problem-solving analytical and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range:

Disclaimer:

Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors including but not limited to job location where work will be performed qualifications work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages which may include annual bonus commission for certain sales roles equity and health and welfare benefits.