Optical Validation and Metrology Specialist

Main Responsibilities

Validation and Characterization

• Develop and execute characterization and validation plans.
• Perform tests on optical components, electronic cards, and subsystems.
• Analyze product performance and document results.
• Evaluate results against product specifications.
• Participate in defining acceptance criteria and qualification strategies.

Component Qualification

• Evaluate new or replacement optical and electronic components.
• Identify and qualify second sources to mitigate supply risks.
• Support component obsolescence activities.
• Perform comparative analyses to demonstrate technical equivalence of proposed solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain necessary technical information.

Product Support

• Participate in investigating issues encountered in production or in the field.
• Perform root cause analyses and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with development, quality, manufacturing, and procurement teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and risk reduction activities.

Documentation

• Write test reports and technical recommendations.
• Maintain documentation related to qualified components.
• Ensure traceability of technical changes to products.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physics engineering, electrical engineering, photonics engineering, optical engineering, physics, or related discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a laboratory, validation, or product development environment.
• Experience in component characterization, validation, or qualification.
• Strong analytical skills for experimental data.
• Proficiency in French and ability to communicate in technical English.

Desired Experience and Knowledge

• Knowledge of product metrology and validation principles.
• Experience with optical and electronic laboratory equipment.
• Understanding of measurement systems and concepts of measurement uncertainty.
• Familiarity with optical and/or electronic components used in technological products.
• Knowledge of telecommunications networks or optical communication systems (asset).

Desired Skills

• Strong technical curiosity
• Analytical and scientific mindset
• Rigor in test execution
• Autonomy and resourcefulness
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment

EXFO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.