Senior Optoelectronic Test Engineer FPA & Sensor Systems

SAAZ is advancing sensor solutions, from design and development to production and delivery of space-qualified hardware. Our expertise spans UV, visible, NIR, and IR sensors, including scanners, starers, event-based sensors, and LiDAR, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like tiled 3D IC packaging and cryo cooling architectures.

The successful applicant will be responsible for testing a variety of visible and infrared focal plane arrays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and qualification of new test methodologies and test systems
• Perform electrical and optical testing of in-process wafers, detectors, arrays, and FPA assemblies
• Perform wafer probing of integrated circuit wafers
• Analyze test data to evaluate performance and identify trends, anomalies, and failures
• Develop and use novel measurement systems, test procedures, and software
• Operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain test equipment
• Work with senior technical staff to perform experiments and document findings
• Follow schedules and written instructions and document results, including technical reports
• Collaborate effectively as a team member
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures, including PPE requirements and hazardous-material handling
• Perform all activities safely and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Desired

Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of testing optoelectronic sensors and optical devices

• Basic understanding of sensor physics and optics as it related to sensor testing.

• Basic knowledge using electronic test equipment such as power supplies, source meters, oscilloscopes, etc.

• Coding experience in any of the following languages: C#, C++,Matlab, JAVA

• Experience running testing software using programs from software such as Lab View,Matlaband others

• Experience in Firmware development and implementation is a plus.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and ability to create charts and communicate clearly

• Know how to read and understand schematics

• General laboratory and cleanroom practices

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail, and excellent documentation capability

• Candidate should be enthusiastic and highly self-motivated

• Ability to adapt to a flexible and changing schedule

Success Metrics:

• Development of clear test plans and test procedures

• Design and setup of test stations, including interface software

• Test equipment compliance and calibration oversight

• Demonstrate good lab safety,cleanroomand ESD rule compliance

• Addressing and correcting test issues

• Demonstrate understanding of FPA operation and set up

• Support on-time testing