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$133,200–$185,000 year
On-siteSan Jose, California, United States
Job Summary
Drive development and optimization of optical assembly processes, including active and passive fiber alignment, fiber attach, and epoxy cure. Define process flows, work instructions, and quality control plans while partnering with equipment suppliers to qualify high-volume capable active alignment systems and curing tools. Qualify optical adhesives and encapsulants for performance and scalability, then develop yield improvement plans implementing statistical process control (SPC) methods. Support the build-out of the optical assembly laboratory, covering equipment layout, tool qualification, and safety protocols. This high-impact individual contributor role focuses on improving yield, quality, and reliability for NPO and CPO products within Astera Labs' Intelligent Connectivity Platform.
Required Qualifications
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in optical assembly, photonics packaging, or a related process development role
- Hands-on experience developing precision assembly processes for photonic or optoelectronic products
- Experience leading optical assembly platforms from concept to high volume production
- Experience with alignment-intensive assembly methods and process controls used in fiber-coupled or optical device manufacturing
- Strong understanding of process development, qualification, troubleshooting, and transfer to manufacturing
- Ability to create clear process documentation and translate development work into repeatable production practices
- Experience collaborating with external equipment and materials partners to mature assembly solutions
- Strong foundation in yield analysis, reliability characterization, and process capability methodologies such as Cpk and SPC
Desired Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with active alignment systems for photonic or optical device assembly
- Hands-on experience with optical adhesives, encapsulants, and related material qualification
- Familiarity with optical performance verification, failure analysis, and process optimization
- Experience building high volume assembly tools, equipment qualification, and safe operating practices for optical assembly environments
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