About this opportunity
QCi lists this Test Engineer,Hardware- Photonics opportunity in hoboken, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Test Engineer, Hardware
About Us
Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.
Position Description
QCi is seeking a dynamic Test Engineer with Hardware expertise to be part of a team that develops and produces world class semiconductor-based products for a range of applications, including optical communications, remote sensing (e.g., lidar and laser rangefinding), quantum sensing, and high-performance imaging. Working collaboratively with other members of the team, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design, development, and testing of advanced optical and optoelectronic components and modules including state-of-the-art III‑V avalanche photodetectors and other compound semiconductor devices. This individual will be responsible for developing test capabilities to support R&D activities, prototype and product characterization, and product reliability. This is a highly cross‑functional role requiring the development of innovative test solutions that deliver appropriate levels of precision, efficiency, and automation.
Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and implement testbeds to evaluate the performance of optoelectronic chips, components, and modules
Provide test engineering support for the design, prototyping, and delivery of proof-of-concept devices for early-stage optoelectronic module development
Use design of experiment and failure analysis techniques to identify and resolve issues related to optical device performance
Develop and implement strategies for test automation to improve testing accuracy and efficiency, including solutions for testing in a production environment
Devise well‑organized solutions for test data storage and retrieval
Provide analysis of test data related to optical and optoelectronic device performance, including distillation and presentation of key results
Take responsibility for engineering change orders related to optical and optoelectronic components
Provide technical support and collaborate with product development teams on optical design and product development
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to development and production testing
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience as a test engineer, with experience in testing optoelectronic devices
Experience in developing, scripting, and running test software for optical components and systems, including testbed development and automation
Hands‑on experience with a wide range of lab equipment and tools related to optoelectronic device testing
Strong understanding of design of experiment principles and failure analysis techniques to optimize optical system performance
Excellent problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Strong communication skills to convey technical information effectively to cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
Additional Preferred Skills
A Masters or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Experience with testing components related to photodetector technology, particularly avalanche photodiodes
Working knowledge of compound semiconductor device physics
Proficiency in optical software tools such as Zemax or FRED for designing and analyzing optical systems
Experience in designing PCBs for testbed development
Familiarity with CAD tools for design and documentation purposes
Proficiency in Python scripting
Experience with product development involving optoelectronic devices
Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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