Senior Integration & Test Engineer - Optics

HIGHLIGHTS
Location: Tucson, AZ
Position Type: Direct hire
Hourly / Salary: Based on experience
Residency Status: US Citizen or Green Card Holder only

Overview

Integration and test (I&T) engineers work closely with systems engineers to develop, verify, and validate requirements for cutting-edge complex systems that may involve optical, mechanical, electronic, and/or software elements. In the early phases of a project or program, they work to understand the customer's needs and participate in technology readiness reviews to gauge the organization's ability to produce the desired product. I&T engineers are responsible for understanding all system interfaces and developing rigorous integration and test plans to ensure each system and subsystem requirement is appropriately addressed. Subsequently, they execute on those plans by utilizing their extensive hands-on assembly, integration, and testing skillsets.

A Senior Integration and Test Engineer leads a wide variety of technical activities during the product realization process for assemblies and systems involving a high level of complexity. In particular, they are charged with leading the planning and execution of AI&T activities for projects that may involve precision cleanroom assembly, specialized equipment/fixturing, and custom test bed development. They help in assessing existing AI&T equipment and processes to ensure requirements for a variety of products can be effectively verified. Additionally, a Senior Integration & Test Engineer plays an important role in training and mentoring more junior engineers. With an optics focus, they are primarily tasked with hands-on integration of optical components through assembly and precision alignment. They are well-versed in optical metrology and proficient in a wide range of optical performance testing methods.

Responsibilities:

Interface directly with customers to understand top-down technical and end-user needs
Assist systems engineers in the development of system and subsystem requirements
Provide feedback to design engineers, customers, suppliers, and other key stakeholders regarding the feasibility of product assembly, integration, and test
Assist systems engineers during the system readiness review process
Assess assembly and testing capabilities and recommend equipment and tool acquisitions
Understand system interfaces and the impact of each subsystem on top-level system requirements
Craft and communicate the integration plan to key stakeholders for different types of hardware and software into a variety of systems and environments
Perform execution and oversight of critical system and subsystem integration activities
Develop and document the assembly and test plan for each subsystem and system requirements as applicable
Coordinate system test efforts by communicating the test plan and by training technicians
Track, analyze, and document all verification and validation efforts
Support root cause and corrective action processes as necessary
Travel to customer sites to partake in process/knowledge transfers and perform on-site I&T activities
Facilitate the build and modification of test equipment to support short-term project-specific and long-term strategic needs
Assist in the training and development of more junior engineers
Engage in process improvement efforts within the department
Attend external training, seminars, and conferences to continue personal growth and further the technical exposure of the company
Generate concepts and guide the development of optical alignment and test fixturing
Perform optical alignment using a variety of equipment and techniques
Test optical components, assemblies, and systems using a variety of optical measurement equipment

Qualifications:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of key optical engineering concepts
Experience assembling and aligning multi-element optical systems
Experience testing optical assemblies and systems (environmental, surface quality, imaging performance)
Practical knowledge of precision optical alignment, test and calibration equipment and procedures
Knowledge of interfaces (physical, electrical, and logical) between components, units under test (UUT) and test platforms
Experience using basic laboratory equipment, inspection tools, electronics, and software
Experience developing requirements, Integrated Test Plans (ITP), and Acceptance Test Plans (ATP)
Experience with failure test, root cause, and corrective action processes
Strong technical writing skills for documentation of designs, plans, and procedures
Ability to communicate and collaborate well across different teams, disciplines, and cultures
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations
US Citizen or permanent residence required

Education/ Experience

Undergraduate degree (graduate degree preferred) in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field and a minimum of 10 years of prior, relevant hands-on experience in lab and/or manufacturing environments (preferably optics related)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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