Bill Houck

Bill Houck is a highly experienced professional in the field of optical technologies and engineering, currently serving as Senior Principal Research Scientist/Engineer in Special Projects at VIAVI Solutions since July 2017. Their expertise encompasses the development of emergent technologies and advanced optical sensing products applied in consumer electronics and clinical settings. Prior experience includes roles as Managing Principal at Emergentus, Director of Optics at Lytro Inc., and Director of Product Development at Soraa, where successes included the world's first GaN substrate LED lighting. Bill also held various engineering positions at notable companies such as Luminus Devices, Rohm and Haas Electronic Materials, and General Motors. Bill Houck's educational background features degrees from Virginia Tech and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.