SUMMARY

Candidate will assemble, operate, repair, and debug electro-optical automated test systems. Skills in visual inspection, detection of unexpected DUT behavior, and familiarity with benchtop electrical test equipment is highly desirable. Experience with Class IV open-beam laser safety and optomechanical best practices preferred. Candidate will be expected to operate in a highly independent environment, identify their own knowledge gaps, and learn pro-actively. Candidate will be responsible for running an entire opto-electronics laboratory to support cutting edge research of components for ARVR displays. Candidate will receive design of experiment and be expected to build opto-mechanical and opto-electrical systems as specified. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong background in laser systems and laboratory safety protocols.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble, operate, repair and debug electro-optical automated test systems
• Perform visual inspection and detection of unexpected device under test (DUT) behavior
• Run an entire opto-electronics laboratory to support cutting edge research of components for ARVR displays
• Build opto-mechanical and opto-electrical systems as specified based on design of experiment
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the laser lab
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and protocols
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies and materials

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field
• 3yrs experience operating automated test systems for electrical or optical hardware
• Novice/Intermediate proficiency using Python, LabView, or MATLAB for instrument control
• Experience with Class IV open-beam laser safety and optomechanical best practices
• Skilled fine motor technique for gluing & soldering sub-millimeter parts under a stereomicroscope
• Desire to work in a laboratory environment, collecting data and running experiments
• Has personally built an automated physics or manufacturing test system within the last 5 years
• Proven experience working in a laser lab environment
• In-depth knowledge of laser safety protocols and regulations
• Familiarity with laser systems, optics, and related equipment
• Familiarity with benchtop electrical test equipment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills
• Basic understanding of data analysis and statistical methods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks associated with laboratory maintenance
• Ability to work on-site in Redmond, WA 100% of the time.