Lead Photonics System Engineer
Core
Lead photonics system engineer enabling design and manufacturing services for cutting-edge Co-Packaged-Optics (CPO) systems in the EMS environment.
Role type
Lead photonics system engineer (manufacturing & NPI)
Builds
CPO systems for datacom/telecom clients
Domain
Datacom/Telecom, Photonics, Optical Communication
Required skills
optical communication links expertise, photonic component/module specs knowledge, test methods for defect detection, DC/RF electro-optical testbench setup, Python coding for test automation, DFM guidance, FMEA guidance, yield analysis, root-cause analysis, process design, factory operations engagement, new technology evaluation (fiber-optic connectivity, tooling)
Preferred skills
manufacturing partner experience, NPI and volume manufacturing ramp experience, advanced degree in electrical engineering or applied physics
Technologies
Python, DC/RF electro-optical testbenches, fiber-optic connectivity tools, metrology equipment
Responsibilities
Support manufacturing line bringup and NPI for CPO systems; Develop test strategy, quality control gates, and rework flows; Define yield, throughput, and parametric-data dashboards; Participate in client interactions to funnel specs; Support product design phase with DFM and FMEA; Train factory product engineers; Maintain engagement with factory teams for process improvements; Evaluate and qualify new fiber-optic connectivity offerings.
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
