Optical Measurement Technician

A globally leading consumer device company headquartered in Cupertino, CA is seeking the Optical Measurement Technician will perform bring-up characterization and validation testing on prototype optical sensor modules, work involves executing a defined test suite covering beam quality, module stability, signal quality, and spectral measurements. Position is approximately 30-40 hours per week.

Responsibilities: 

•    Set up and configure prototype optical modules for testing, including optical, electrical, and network connections
•    Execute beam quality checks using cameras, power meters, and integrating spheres                                                                                                                    
•    Perform SNR measurements and spectral characterization including stray light and stability measurements                                                                                      
•    Follow provided SOPs and operate test software and tools, with ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues independently                       
•    Log results clearly and keep project team updated on test status and any anomalies                                                                                                                 
•    Work collaboratively with engineering team to troubleshoot issues as they arise                                                                                                                     
                                                                                                                                  
Key Qualifications:      

•    Bachelor''s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field preferred; Associate''s degree considered with sufficient hands-on experience.
•    2+ years of experience in an optical laboratory or photonics-focused environment, with direct experience operating laser measurement equipment and performing system-level optical characterization.                                                     
•    Hands-on experience operating and aligning laser-based optical systems        
•    Familiarity with optical power meters and camera-based beam profiling            
•    Experience with optical characterization measurements such as wavelength, stability, SNR                                                                                         
•    Comfort handling and aligning delicate optical components and prototype hardware                                                                       
•    Ability to follow detailed SOPs and structured test procedures                           
•    Comfortable working in a structured test environment with provided SOPs and software tools, with ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues independently     
•    Ability to maintain strict project confidentiality     


Type: Contract
Duration: 4 months with extension
Work Location: Cupertino, CA (onsite)
Pay range: $30.00 - $45.00 ph (DOE)