Intern, Laser Die Validation
About The Position
Ayar Labs is seeking a highly motivated graduate intern to join its laser validation group within the Laser Development team. The intern will inspect laser conformance to specifications and explore operational limits, with projects tailored to the candidate’s experience and interests. A senior engineer and an experienced engineering team will provide mentorship while developing the laser source product. The intern will execute tests and experiments to validate and verify laser die (chip on submount) performance against manufacturer and product specifications. Work includes modifying instrumental and mechanical setups for specific tests, performing mechanical and optical alignment, optimizing data-acquisition software, and analyzing data. The position is on-site at the San Jose office and runs from May to August 2027.
Requirements
- Actively pursuing an M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Optics.
- Completed basic coursework in physics or engineering, preferably including electrodynamics, calculus, solid-state physics, optics, or laser-related areas.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Ability to work independently, stay motivated, and complete assigned projects.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience working in a research lab, performing tests, and setting up optoelectronic tests.
Responsibilities
- Execute tests and experiments to validate and verify laser die (chip on submount) performance against manufacturer and product specifications.
- Modify instrumental and mechanical setups to meet individual test requirements.
- Perform mechanical and optical alignment.
- Optimize data-acquisition software.
- Analyze test data.
- Inspect conformance to specifications and explore the operational limits of the laser chip.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
