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Impulse is seeking a Digital/Optical Test Engineer to support integration and functional testing of optical communication and sensing devices. You will work hands-on with optical systems, FPGA evaluation platforms, and automated test environments.
Key responsibilities include:
- Perform integration and functional testing of optical communication or sensing devices
- Set up, configure, and operate FPGA evaluation boards for system-level testing
- Develop automated test scripts in Python and MATLAB for data acquisition, regression testing, and results analysis
- Execute hardware bring-up, debug signal interfaces, and validate subsystem interoperability
- Document test plans, test procedures, and test results with clarity and precision
- Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, systems, and software teams to ensure seamless integration across components
- Analyze measurement data, identify failure modes, and recommend corrective actions
- Support lab infrastructure including optical benches, instrumentation, and test fixtures
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related technical discipline
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Digital/Optical Test field
- Hands-on experience working with optical devices or optical communication systems
- Familiarity with FPGA evaluation boards and basic FPGA system architecture
- Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and data processing
- Experience using MATLAB for analysis, modeling, or automated test workflows
- Strong understanding of lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, optical power meters, logic analyzers, etc.)
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware/software integration issues effectively
- Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
