Staff Metrology & Optical Test Engineer

Responsibilities

• Drive and evolve metrology and optical test approaches for Optics NPI and Manufacturing
• Serve as a technical leader for metrology-related problem solving and root cause analysis
• Partner across R&D, Manufacturing, NPI, and Materials teams to support solutions from NPI through high-volume ramp
• Lead technical oversight of measurement and test equipment to ensure calibration, verification, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001
• Develop and refine standard methodologies for metrology, including uncertainty analysis and gauge R&R
• Define and qualify advanced characterization methods for waveguide materials and processes
• Support and optimize metrology platforms such as AFM, ellipsometry, and interferometry
• Analyze and interpret data to identify measurement error sources and tool variation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
• 6+ years of experience in metrology, optical test, quality, or precision manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with advanced materials and nanostructure characterization
• Deep expertise in metrology methods, measurement systems, and uncertainty analysis
• Proficiency in statistical data analysis using JMP, Python, R, or Matlab
• Hands-on experience with SEM, AFM, ellipsometry, interferometry, XRD, EDX, uXRF, FTIR, DSC, or TGA
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, and MSA/GR&R methodologies
• Ability to work in a cleanroom laboratory environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related discipline
• Experience in semiconductor, AR hardware, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Six Sigma, CQE, or related quality/process certification
• Experience with LIMS, calibration management systems, or manufacturing systems integration

About the Company

Magic Leap is a pioneer in Augmented Reality (AR) optics, display systems, platforms, devices, services, prototyping, and manufacturing capabilities.