A leading provider of innovative laser systems to help people in various global markets, including but not limited to renewables, microelectronics, research, life science, automotive, and medicine.
We are seeking an experienced Lead Reliability Engineer to support the development, qualification, and long-term reliability of 980nm pump laser products. The role focuses on ensuring product robustness through rigorous testing, failure analysis, and continuous improvement.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES.
* Work with product engineers to develop qualification plans in accordance with Telcordia GR-468 and other applicable standards.
* Work with chip team to establish reliability models for new generations of products, including defining stress cells at CoC and at module.
* Monitor ongoing life test and ongoing reliability test (ORT) activities to ensure that any issues are detected in timely manner.
* Liaise with chip and module manufacturing teams to learn lessons from root cause analysis (RCA) of field and qual test failures analysis.
* Ensure that corrective actions are fed into new product generations.
* Monitor reliability aspects of manufacturing and RMA performance.
* Maintain tracking systems for ongoing reliability metrics.
* Document findings in detailed reliability reports and present results to stakeholders and customers.
* Establish and maintain prime interactions with customers on significant reliability issues and drive corrective actions within the global team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field.
* Demonstratable experience in laser diode reliability, photonics, or semiconductor device reliability.
* Deep understanding of laser physics, especially in relation to pump lasers.
* Experience with reliability prediction tools and statistical software (e.g., JMP, Minitab).
* Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on experience with FA techniques.
Preferred Additional Skills
* Experience with hermetic, fibre-coupled laser packaging .
* Knowledge of failure modes in InGaAs / AlGaAs-based laser structures.
* Experience with reliability assurance in high-volume manufacturing environments.