Laser Test Engineer
Core
Ensuring laser and camera systems meet stringent standards through production testing, troubleshooting, and automation to ship high-quality defense products.
Role type
Laser/Camera Test Engineer
Builds
Infrared systems and defense hardware
Domain
Defense technology / Opto-mechanical systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Root cause analysis, test automation, data acquisition and processing, hardware/software/firmware integration, troubleshooting complex infrared systems, test strategy optimization, equipment calibration
Preferred skills
Infrared systems knowledge, cryogenic testing, familiarity with power supplies/thermal chambers/spectrum analyzers, hardware communication protocols (USB, Ethernet, RS232, PCIe, CAN)
Technologies
MATLAB, Python
Responsibilities
Maintain ownership of production test flow and troubleshoot complex infrared system issues; Maintain test capabilities across the manufacturing value stream from system checkouts to component validation; Generate test work instructions and train technicians; Develop failure mode libraries and troubleshooting guides; Maintain and develop software for test automation and data analytics; Determine root cause of product failures and recommend corrective actions; Collaborate with engineering teams on failure analysis and product enhancements; Analyze test data and document results; Optimize test strategies for efficiency; Maintain and calibrate test equipment.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC