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The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working with laser characterizations, optical/photonics test setups, fiber handling, and will be comfortable operating a range of lab instruments. This role involves executing test procedures, performing optical and electrical measurements, maintaining lab equipment, and working closely with test and design engineers to keep characterization efforts running smoothly and reliably.\nKey Responsibilities\nPhotonic Device & Module Testing & Characterization\nSet-up and operate optical/electrical test stations for packaged, fiber-pigtailed modules (e.g., TOSA, transceiver modules). \nRun laser system characterization such as output spectrum, output power, SMSR \nPerform module-level optical and electrical testing (e.g., TOSA, transceivers, ELSFP-form-factor modules), including fiber-coupled output power, wavelength/channel performance, and high-speed electrical interface checks. \nHandle, inspect, clean, and prepare optical fibers and connectors following established best practices. \nOperate test instruments such as optical spectrum analyzers, optical power meters, photodiode receivers.\nTest Execution & Data Collection\nExecute established test procedures and measurement plans across devices, modules, wafer/build lots, and test conditions with consistency and repeatability. \nRun automated measurement scripts (Python, LabVIEW, or similar) and monitor tests for anomalies or failures. \nRecord, organize, and upload measurement data following documented data-management procedures, ensuring completeness and integrity of results. \nFlag unexpected results, measurement artifacts, or setup issues to test engineers in a timely and well-documented manner.\nLab support and equipment maintenance\nMaintain optical test stations, including routine calibration checks, instrument upkeep, and cable/fiber inventory management. \nAssist in troubleshooting coupling, alignment, and measurement issues alongside test and packaging engineers. \nKeep lab spaces organized, safe, and compliant with laser safety and ESD handling procedures. \nSupport incoming inspection and basic functional checks of devices, packaged parts, and test fixtures.\nRequired Skills & Experience:\nB.S. in Photonics, Optics, Electronics, Laser Technology, or a related field required. M.S. in a related field is a plus. \n3+ years of hands-on experience in an optics, photonics, or fiber-optics lab environment, spanning device-level and module/package-level test (lab or fab-adjacent). \nProficiency in fiber handling fundamentals: connector inspection and cleaning, cleaving, and low-loss coupling practices. \nWorking knowledge of fiber-optic components common in telecom-band systems (isolators, circulators, WDM filters, splitters, polarization controllers) and O-band/C-band conventions. \nWorking knowledge of silicon photonic integrated circuits (Sipho PICs), including waveguides, MZIs, photodetectors, and couplers. \nBasic electronics skills: soldering and rework, cable/harness assembly, reading schematics, and debugging simple wiring or connector issues. \nFamiliarity with common optical test instruments (OSA, power meters, tunable lasers) and basic electrical test equipment (source meters, oscilloscopes). \nComfort running Python or LabVIEW-based measurement scripts; 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