Test Engineering Manager, Photonics and PCBA

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Own test strategy and coverage for photonic devices (lasers, SOA, photo detectors, Silicon Photonics), optical modules, and associated PCBAs across all product lifecycle phases.
• Lead PCBA electrical test development, including ICT, boundary scan, functional test, and system-level validation.
• Lead the development of test stations and optical aligners for Aeva’s LiDAR manufacturing line, including hardware design, automation and integration with factory MES systems.
• Review and influence schematic, layout, and optical design for testability (DFT/DFM).
• Drive development of test software frameworks (Python preferred) for manufacturing stations automation, data logging, and analytics.
• Architect and maintain automated test systems integrating optical instrumentation (lasers, power meters, OSAs, cameras) and electrical equipment (DMMs, scopes, SMUs, pattern generators).
• Standardize test platforms to enable scalability from EVT/DVT to HVM.
• Build, mentor, and lead a team of photonics and PCBA test engineers.