SR MGR R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEERING

TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Product Development Engineer to lead the development of innovative optical interconnect solutions for AI and hyperscale computing, tackling complex engineering challenges in fiber optics and precision manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative FAU (Fiber Attachment Unit) fiber optic connectors for attachment to the PIC (Photonic Integrated Circuit), cable assemblies, and optical components using advanced modeling and simulation tools
• Design sub-micron tolerance systems ensuring optimal optical performance across temperature ranges and environmental conditions
• Engineer solutions for critical optical parameters including insertion loss, return loss, backscatter and optical power management
• Analyze and optimize material properties for thermal cycling, coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) matching, and long-term stability
• Evaluate and specify advanced polymers, ceramics, and metallic materials for optical applications
• Design and execute comprehensive test protocols for temperature, humidity, vibration, and mechanical stress validation
• Design and optimize grating couplers, edge couplers, and fiber-to-chip interfaces for maximum efficiency
• Develop solutions for polarization-dependent loss (PDL), polarization mode dispersion (PMD), and state of polarization control
• Engineer systems for optimal beam pointing stability, diffraction control, and optical path management
• Utilize ray tracing, wave optics simulation, and finite element analysis for design optimization
• Lead rapid prototyping efforts from concept through production-ready designs
• Develop comprehensive test methodologies for optical performance, reliability, and manufacturing quality
• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and product management teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM)

Requirements:

• Education: BS/MS in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Experience: 7-10 years in optical product development, fiber optics, or photonics engineering
• Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience with optical design tools (Zemax, Code V, BeamPROP, or similar) and physics of optical coupling structures
• Materials Knowledge: Understanding of optical materials, thermal properties, and mechanical behavior of polymers, glasses and ceramics
• Optical Theory: Deep understanding of geometric and wave optics, polarization, diffraction, and scattering phenomena
• Precision Manufacturing: Experience with sub-micron tolerancing, precision molding, and optical assembly processes, thin film optical coating technologies
• Measurement Systems: Proficiency with optical test equipment (OSAs, OTDRs, interferometers, polarimeters)
• Modeling & Simulation: Experience with finite element analysis (ANSYS, COMSOL) and optical simulation software
• Fiber Optics: Single-mode (SM), multi-mode (MM) and polarization maintaining (PM) fiber properties, splice loss mechanisms, and connector design principles
• Thermal Analysis: Thermal modeling, CTE matching, and temperature-dependent optical performance
• Manufacturing Processes: Injection molding, precision machining, optical polishing, and assembly automation
• Reliability Engineering: Accelerated testing, failure analysis, and statistical quality control methods
• Team Leadership & Development: Proven ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams with demonstrated experience in performance management, talent development, technical decision-making and successful career progression planning for technical staff
• Problem Solving: Creative approach to complex technical challenges with systematic troubleshooting methodology
• Communication: Ability to present technical concepts to cross-functional teams and document detailed engineering specifications
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple development projects with competing priorities and tight timelines
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying current with emerging optical technologies and industry trends
• Advanced Degree: MS/PhD in Optics, Photonics, or Materials Science
• Industry Experience: Background in telecommunications, data center, or high-speed interconnect markets
• Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with IEC, TIA/EIA, and IEEE optical connector standards
• Programming Skills: MATLAB, Python, or other technical computing languages
• Patent Experience: Track record of intellectual property development and technical innovation