Equipment Engineer

Stellant Systems

$90K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in electronic troubleshooting and test equipment design.
  • Experience with high-voltage power supplies (up to 60KV) preferred.
  • Strong analog-to-digital troubleshooting skills with DMMs, oscilloscopes, and power meters.
  • Familiarity with data acquisition units and three-phase resonant conversion theory is advantageous.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent communication skills and teamwork orientation.
  • Ability to travel occasionally for vendor interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build specialized test equipment for Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs).
  • Modify existing test fixtures to enhance performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with technician repair teams to troubleshoot and maintain high-voltage power supplies.
  • Oversee documentation and fabrication processes for all special test equipment.
  • Engage with vendors throughout the test equipment design process.
  • Ensure safe operation and compliance of high-voltage systems in testing environments.
  • Coordinate multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for skill enhancement in high-voltage systems and custom project work.
  • Engagement in innovative projects within the aerospace or telecommunications sectors.
  • Collaborative environment focused on cross-functional teamwork.
  • Occasional travel opportunities to work directly with vendors.
Full Job Description
Overview

Job Title: Equipment Engineer

Job location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $90,000-$130,000/yr DOE

Responsibilities

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Equipment Engineer at our Torrance, California location. This is an ideal role for an adaptable engineer or experienced technical specialist looking to expand their skills in high-voltage systems, test fixture design, and equipment modificationincluding custom projects like high-potential (hi-pot) safety and testing gear. In this role you will design, modify and build specialized test equipment (STE) used in testing Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs). You will also work closely with our technician repair group to troubleshoot, repair and maintain high-voltage switching power supplies (up to 60KV) and other related test equipment. Responsibilities will include oversight of the design, documentation and fabrication of all Special Test Equipment, work with vendors in the test equipment design process and the operation of that equipment.

Qualifications
  • You will need at least 4 years of electronic troubleshooting experience that includes designing and fabricating electronic test equipment, with in-depth knowledge of standard electronic equipment.
  • Experience in troubleshooting high-voltage power supplies (up to 60KV) is a plus.
  • Should have strong analog-to-digital troubleshooting skills and be proficient using DMM9s, oscilloscopes and power meters.
  • Knowledge of data acquisition units, three-phase resonant conversion theory, PC-based controllers and network interfacing is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with a team-first mindset.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced environmentand coordinate multiple tasks effectively.
  • Ability to travel occasionally to vendor locations.
  • A Bachelor9s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), or equivalent practical/military experience.
  • Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for obtaining a security clearance.

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