Electronics Test Engineer

Sensor Testing Engineer

SAAZ is advancing sensor solutions, from design and development to production and delivery of space-qualified hardware. Our expertise spans UV, visible, NIR, and IR sensors, including scanners, starers, event-based sensors, and LiDAR, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like tiled 3D IC packaging and cryo cooling architectures.

The successful applicant will be responsible for testing a variety of visible and infrared focal plane arrays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and qualification of new test methodologies and test systems
• Perform electrical and optical testing of in-process wafers, detectors, arrays, and FPA assemblies
• Perform wafer probing of integrated circuit wafers
• Analyze test data to evaluate performance and identify trends, anomalies, and failures
• Develop and use novel measurement systems, test procedures, and software
• Operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain test equipment
• Work with senior technical staff to perform experiments and document findings
• Follow schedules and written instructions and document results, including technical reports
• Collaborate effectively as a team member
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures, including PPE requirements and hazardous-material handling
• Perform all activities safely and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Desired Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of testing optoelectronic sensors and optical devices
• Basic understanding of sensor physics and optics as it related to sensor testing.
• Basic knowledge using electronic test equipment such as power supplies, source meters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Coding experience in any of the following languages: C#, C++, Matlab, JAVA
• Experience running testing software using programs from software such as LabView, Matlab and others
• Experience in Firmware development and implementation is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and ability to create charts and communicate clearly
• Know how to read and understand schematics
• General laboratory and cleanroom practices
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail, and excellent documentation capability
• Candidate should be enthusiastic and highly self-motivated
• Ability to adapt to a flexible and changing schedule

Success Metrics:

• Development of clear test plans and test procedures
• Design and setup of test stations, including interface software
• Test equipment compliance and calibration oversight
• Demonstrate good lab safety, cleanroom and ESD rule compliance
• Addressing and correcting test issues
• Demonstrate understanding of FPA operation and set up
• Support on-time testing