Support environmental and laboratory testing of sensor systems: create qualification test procedures/reports to MIL-STD/RTCA standards, perform test setups, develop/maintain automated test software (LabVIEW/Python), integrate lab equipment, coordinate with program managers, customers, and cross-functional teams, and occasionally travel to external test labs.
Job Summary & Responsibilities
POSITION: TEST ENGINEER
LOCATION: Chatsworth, California
SHIFT: 6:15 am to 4:45 pm / Monday thru Thurs
The Test Engineer’s primary function is to support the Test Engineering Supervisor in performing environmental and laboratory testing functions on Sensor Systems products.
The ideal candidate is motivated, works under moderate supervision, and produces quality work. The Test Engineer must have a background in electrical or computer engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
Primary Responsibilities:
- Generates qualification test procedure and test report following requirements of industry standards per MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, RTCA/DO-160, and customer specification documents.
- Performs a range of environmental test setups following the qualification test procedure.
- Works closely with the program manager to ensure project is on schedule when it comes to testing/qualification.
- Serve as the primary technical interface with customer project managers, certification representatives, test laboratories, and engineering teams to define qualification strategies and resolve compliance issues.
- Develop and maintain automated test software and test setups – lab equipment integration using LabVIEW/python.
- Work closely with cross functional teams including production, operations, business development, and other engineers to handle all testing requirements.
- Occasional travel to external test laboratories may be required to support qualification and compliance testing.
- Additional responsibilities as they become necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering or equivalent practical experience.
- 0 - 3 years of hands-on engineering experience is preferable.
- Experience with test automation tools and programming languages preferred (LabVIEW, C++, Python, Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Multimeter)
- Ability to understand product process documentation (drawings, schematics, bill of
materials, and manufacturing process document) - Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Proficiency in interacting with customers on sites and in meetings.
- Proficiency with Microsoft office - Microsoft Excel (formulas/VB)
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