ENABLE your future through light.Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7500 employees focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination optical detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical semiconductor industrial consumer products scientific security defense and aerospace sectors.ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.SummaryThe Senior Test Engineer will lead the development enhancement and long‑term support of automated test systems used to validate integrated optoelectronic laser engines. This role is primarily a software engineering position focused on LabVIEW with responsibility for building scalable test architectures integrating complex instrumentation and ensuring reliable high‑quality test coverage across development and production. The ideal candidate is a strong LabVIEW developer who enjoys solving system‑level problems designing clean software frameworks and working with advanced test equipment.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect develop and maintain LabVIEW-based automated test applications including modular frameworks reusable libraries and scalable system architectures.Integrate and control a wide range of test instrumentation such as optical spectrum analyzers OSAs oscilloscopes power meters laser drivers TEC controllers and other electricaloptical test equipment.Develop automated test sequences data acquisition routines and instrument control interfaces for characterization validation and production workflows.Collaborate with cross‑functional teams firmware mechanical optical manufacturing to translate product requirements into robust test strategies and software implementations.Troubleshoot test system issues-primarily software instrumentation control and integration challenges.Implement structured data logging automated analysis and reporting pipelines to support engineering insights and manufacturing yield improvements.Maintain documentation version control and configuration management for test software and hardware.Provide technical leadership code reviews and mentorship to junior and mid‑level test engineers.Drive continuous improvement in test reliability maintainability and throughput.Required QualificationsBachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Physics or related field.Extensive experience developing LabVIEW applications including medium‑ to large‑scale or multi‑module systems.Strong hands‑on experience interfacing with test instrumentation OSAs oscilloscopes power meters etc..Solid understanding of automated test methodologies software design patterns and structured development practices.Ability to interpret system‑level requirements and translate them into test software architectures.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills especially in complex test environments.Comfortable working with integrated systems that combine optics electronics and firmware even if not performing deep electronics or optical debug.Preferred Nice-to-Have SkillsExperience with SQL or other database technologies for storing querying and analyzing test data.Familiarity with NI TestStand or similar test executive frameworks.Experience with Python C or similar languages for auxiliary automation or tooling.Exposure to manufacturing test environments reliability testing or system‑level characterization.Experience collaborating on automated test fixtures or working with mechanical engineering teams.Knowledge of data visualization or statistical analysis tools.Soft SkillsStrong communication and documentation abilities.Ability to lead technical discussions and influence test architecture decisions.Detail‑oriented with a focus on reliability maintainability and long‑term system performance.Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced engineering environment.CompensationSalary Range - 120000 - 190000 Depending on ExperienceThis position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITARVisa sponsorship is not available for any position at ExcelitasEqual OpportunityAffirmative Action EmployerMinoritiesFemalesDisabilityVeteranGender IdentitySexual OrientationExcelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team Visit httpsjobs.excelitas.com
Excelitas Technologies is a global technology leader focused on delivering innovative, customized solutions to meet the lighting, detection and other high-performance technology needs of OEM customers. From medical lighting to analytical instrumentation, clinical diagnostics, industrial, safety and security, and aerospace and defense applications, Excelitas Technologies is committed to enabling our customers' success in their end-markets. Excelitas Technologies has approximately 6,000 employees in North America, Europe and Asia, serving customers across the world.