Optical Engineering Intern

Job description

We are seeking an Optical Engineering intern to lead the optical validation of our automated mating system for optical connectors used for Silicon Photonic (SiPh) and Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) devices. While the mechanical team builds the motion system, your role is to define, measure, and optimize the optical coupling efficiency and signal integrity during the automated test cycle. You will be the bridge between the physical connector and the light path, ensuring that automated mating achieves the performance required for next-generation data center interconnects. Primary Responsibilities: - Optical Characterization: Quantify Insertion Loss (IL), Return Loss (RL), and Polarization Dependent Loss (PDL) across the automated mating cycle. - Coupling Optimization: Develop and refine "Active Alignment" algorithms—determining how the system should "search" for the peak optical signal once a coarse mate is achieved. - Fiber End-Face Analysis: Use automated interferometers and digital scopes to characterize the impact of "mating dust" and surface scratches on optical performance. - Beam Profiling: Analyze the mode-field diameter (MFD) and beam divergence at the connector interface to deter...