Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer at AEye, Inc (Pleasanton, CA)
AEye, Inc· Pleasanton, CA·
Job description
Sr. Manufacturing Test Engineer Location: Pleasanton, CA
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on Sr. Manufacturing Test Engineer to lead calibration and end-of-line (EOL) test operations for LiDAR products in a production environment. In this role, you will support production test stations, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and partner closely with CM/EMS providers and cross-functional engineering teams to enable successful product launches and high-volume manufacturing. This is an execution-focused position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys turning complex test requirements into reliable production processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and support calibration and end-of-line (EOL) test processes for our LiDAR systems and subassemblies.
- Set up, validate, maintain, and improve production test stations, fixtures, and supporting processes.
- Execute test and calibration procedures during NPI, pilot builds, and volume production.
- Troubleshoot test failures and manufacturing issues and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Partner with CM/EMS providers and cross-functional teams including Systems, Hard-ware, Quality, Reliability, and Operations to support production readiness and ongoing manufacturing.
- Drive yield improvement, test robustness, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing test operations.
- Maintain test documentation, work instructions, and engineering change control records.
- Participate in DFT and DFM reviews to improve manufacturability, test coverage, and product readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, production test, or test engineering, ideally in optics, sensors, automotive electronics, or similarly complex hardware environments.
- Hands-on experience with automated test systems, lab instrumentation, and production fixturing.
- Strong understanding of electro-optical systems, lasers, photodetectors (including APD and SPAD), and optical fundamentals.
- Experience using data analysis and statistical methods to improve yield, reliability, and test performance.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to support builds and issue resolution at world wide CM/EMS partner sites as needed.
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with LiDAR systems, optical sensors, or related electro-optical products.
- Familiarity with laser-based systems, photodetectors, and optical alignment processes.
- Exposure to automotive manufacturing, safety-critical systems, or high-reliability products.
- Experience working with contract manufacturers or EMS partners in a production
Position is onsite a minimum of 3 days at our Pleasanton, CA Office
Base Annual Salary Range: $125K-145K
Why work at AEye, Inc
- Mission-Driven Work: The company is focused on saving lives and building safer autonomous systems for transportation and infrastructure.
- Culture: AEye emphasizes a collaborative, idea-sharing environment with values of innovation, creativity, and integrity. They believe in empowering employees to achieve their potential.
- Work Environment: Flexible and collaborative, located in the greater San Francisco Bay Area (Pleasanton, CA).
- Benefits: Competitive compensation packages, medical/dental/vision insurance, matching 401k plan, flexible time off, weekly team lunches, office snacks, and commuter benefits.
- Engineering Culture: The technical team comprises 28% of the workforce, with a focus on cutting-edge lidar, perception, and AI technology. Senior-level roles are prominent (16% senior, 15% other management).
- Remote/Hybrid Policy: Not explicitly stated, but the company offers a "flexible" work environment. The headquarters is in Pleasanton, CA, with a presence in Germany.