Job Description
The Senior Staff Optical Packaging Engineer will lead the design, development, and optimization of optical packaging for Aurora's advanced Lidar systems, transforming research into scalable hardware to advance autonomous sensing technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the optical package design for the Photonic Engine in the Long-range Lidar system.
- Conduct reliability and failure modes analysis for packaging designs.
- Optimize manufacturing processes and troubleshoot issues through Design of Experiments (DOE).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and deliver next-generation Photonic Engine hardware.
Requirements
- PhD in Photonics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of industry R D experience, successfully transitioning the mechanical design of optoelectronic packages into manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated experience with diverse optical components e.g., gratings, mirrors, lenses and reliable attachment techniques e.g., epoxy and solder-based methods.
- Expert-level knowledge of component qualification processes e.g., GR-468, product reliability testing, and statistical analysis tools.
- Proven track record in failure mode analysis and resolution for component and optical-packaging failures.
Benefits & Perks
Base salary range: $197,000 - $285,000 per year
Annual bonus
Equity compensation
Hybrid work environment with at least 3 days in the office per week
Commitment to safety policies
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
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