Reliability Engineer - Principal / SPE
About The Position
We are seeking a highly experienced and technically recognized Principal Optoelectronic Device Reliability Engineer to lead reliability engineering and product qualification activities for our portfolio of III-V InP based laser diodes and photodetectors. This role is responsible for defining reliability strategies, driving qualification programs, and ensuring robust, long-term performance of products across diverse applications. The ideal candidate is a subject-matter expert in optoelectronic device reliability with a strong understanding of physics-of-failure, industry standard, and advanced failure analysis techniques, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams across the product lifecycle.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of III-V InP based laser diode and photodetector reliability, including device physics, degradation mechanisms and test methodologies.
- Excellent familiarity with JEDEC, GR-468, MIL-STD, Telcordia, and related qualification standards for optical and optoelectronic devices.
- Solid knowledge of optoelectronic device fabrication, assembly, inspection and test processes.
- Advanced experience with failure analysis techniques and tools applied to semiconductor and optoelectronic devices. Proven hands-on experience with environmental and accelerated stress testing, such as HTOL, burn-in, temperature cycling, damp heat, thermal/mechanical shock, vibration.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and data-interpretation skills.
- Self-motivated, well-organized, and execution-focused, with a passion for technical excellence.
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related technical field.
- 10+ years of experience in reliability engineering for optoelectronic devices, with demonstrated leadership at the product or technology level.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to technical and executive audiences.
Responsibilities
- Define and lead reliability and qualification strategies for optoelectronic devices (including laser diodes and photodetectors) from development through production.
- Generate and approve qualification plans in accordance with JEDEC, Telcordia, MIL-STD, GR-468, and customer-specific requirements.
- Apply physics-of-failure principles to assess and mitigate reliability risks in III-V optoelectronic materials and devices. Perform FMEA, FMECA, and failure-rate prediction activities throughout the product lifecycle.
- Manage new product qualification programs as well as ongoing reliability monitoring of released products.
- Perform and review advanced failure analysis (FA) using techniques such as SEM, FIB cross-sectioning, X-ray, IR imaging, EDS, and optical/electrical characterization.
- Analyze degradation mechanisms specific to laser diodes (e.g., catastrophic optical damage, gradual aging, facet degradation) and photodetectors (e.g., dark current increase, responsivity loss, packaging-induced failures).
- Perform advanced statistical analysis of life-test and qualification data; generate clear, data-driven technical reports and presentations.
- Work closely with design engineering, product engineering, manufacturing, corporate quality, and FA teams to drive robust designs and corrective actions.
- Stay current with evolving optoelectronic reliability standards, test methodologies, and industry best practices.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
- Paid time off.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Free access to Gym in Lowell and Milpitas locations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
