Lead Optical Test Engineer

Coherent Corp. • Horsham, PA

67d • Hybrid

About The Position

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Requirements

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Optics, Physics or any related field
• 5-year minimum experience developing and testing optical systems or subsystems
• Hands-on lab experience is a must.
• Team player who is willing to work on a multitude of projects simultaneously
• Results oriented and strong problem-solving attitude
• Understanding of optical transmission impairments
• Strong understanding of advanced multi-level modulation techniques, DQPSK, DP-QPSK, QAM, OFDM, etc

Nice To Haves

• Experience with developing and using Python coding for automation of test equipment a plus
• Experience with testing of high data rate Coherent optical communication systems preferred (800G and 1.6T).
• Familiar with commercially available Test equipment and optical link simulators (in particular: VPI transmission maker).

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed Design Verification plans for new coherent products.
• Design optical transmission test subsystems for use in verification and regression testing in Horsham, PA lab
• Evaluate complex modulation formats using optical test bench
• Perform verification and regression testing of coherent products.
• Document test results in detailed reports to be shared both internally and externally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees