Optical Components Test Engineer

Requirements

• Hands‑on experience with MATLAB and National Instruments test tools
• Extensive test equipment control and automation experience
• Background supporting test activities across global manufacturing partners
• Experience driving yield improvement initiatives using data analytics
• Exposure to failure analysis of optical components and sub‑systems
• Pay Range:
• The annual pay range for this position is $94, 100 - $150, 300
• At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
• Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
• If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

Benefits

Additional Information

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We're a technology company that leads with our humanity-driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact. Optical Components Test Engineering plays a critical role in enabling reliable, high‑volume manufacturing of Ciena's optical component technologies. This position partners closely with Research and Development (R&D), manufacturing partners, and cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, automated test solutions that support both sustaining products and new product introduction (NPI). The role offers the opportunity to directly influence product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction through data‑driven test engineering excellence. How you will make an impact: Support volume manufacturing by debugging, maintaining, and enhancing automated test systems for optical components Drive capital efficiency through test time reduction, yield improvement, and optimization of test strategies Enhance fault isolation and troubleshooting capabilities to improve manufacturing and field issue resolution Support failure analysis, root cause identification, and corrective action implementation for components, sub‑systems, and field returns Enable successful new product introduction through testing of prototype, pre‑production, and pilot builds at manufacturing partners Lead test system replication, transfer, bring‑up, and ongoing support at partner manufacturing sites The must haves: 5+ years of experience developing automated test systems and software for production environments Demonstrated expertise in optical or high‑speed electronic test system development Expert‑level programming skills for automated test environments (ATE) Strong understanding of optical component testing and manufacturing processes Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional and external partner teams Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills with a clear sense of accountability

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