# Test Engineering Manager, Photonics and PCBA at Aeva

- Company: Aeva
- What the company does: Backed by Lux.
- Company website: https://aeva.com
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: Mountain View, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $181K to $245K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2025-12-05
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/aeva/8249a5ae-279f-4eec-925b-5452f8e045ad
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/aeva-test-engineering-manager-photonics-and-pcba/

## About the role

We are seeking an experienced Photonics & PCBA Test Manager to lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of test strategies for photonic subsystems, boards and assemblies. This role owns optical, electrical, and module test coverage from prototype through production, while managing a team of test engineers and technicians.

## What they're looking for

- Own test strategy and coverage for photonic devices (lasers, SOA, photo detectors, Silicon Photonics), optical modules, and associated PCBAs across all product lifecycle phases
- Lead PCBA electrical test development, including ICT, boundary scan, functional test, and system-level validation
- Lead the development of test stations and optical aligners for Aeva’s LiDAR manufacturing line, including hardware design, automation and integration with factory MES systems
- Review and influence schematic, layout, and optical design for testability (DFT/DFM)
- Drive development of test software frameworks (Python preferred) for manufacturing stations automation, data logging, and analytics
- Architect and maintain automated test systems integrating optical instrumentation (lasers, power meters, OSAs, cameras) and electrical equipment (DMMs, scopes, SMUs, pattern generators)

Tags: Testing