Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
5 years of experience in C4ISR system design and testing.
Senior project management experience for large programs.
Hands-on experience with RF, networking, and HiPot testing.
Test software programming and debugging experience required.
Ability to quickly learn new tools and processes.
Experience in training and mentoring technicians.
Responsibilities
Design and test printed circuit boards for various applications.
Develop and document functional requirements for projects.
Participate in testing and evaluation of new engineering capabilities.
Analyze research and development plans and offer insights.
Provide detailed technical documentation updates as necessary.
Troubleshoot technical issues and work with customer support to resolve them.
Conduct process improvements and implement best practices in testing and repair.
Benefits
Access to training and development opportunities.
Participation in special projects to broaden skills and experience.
Opportunity for mentorship roles within the team.
Collaborative work environment focused on innovation.
Support for continued education and certifications.
Full Job Description
RF Hardware Engineer in San Diego, CA.
Position Responsibilities:
This engineer performs typical duties as: Design and test engineering activities in support of developing, updating, reverse engineering, and documenting printed circuit boards. Supports new capability engineering work, including design, evaluation, planning, testing and operation of C4ISR electrical, electronic, mechanical, and/or computer components, equipment and systems. Performs various tests and analyzes and documents results. Identifies and documents functional requirements. Reviews, writes, and provides updates to technical documentation. Analyzes research & development plans. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned. Participates in special projects as required.
Position Requirements:
Bachelors in EE, ME, CE, CS, TM, IS, IRM, IT, Physics or other related field; Master's in same.
5 years C4ISR or other relevant experience in large system design, testing, installation, and analysis, using ILS data and risk/trade-off analysis of several systems.
Senior project management experience for planning, scheduling and execution of large programs.
Ability to learn new tools and processes quickly.
Hands on RF experience, networking experience, HiPot testing experience and spectrum analyzer experience.
Test software programming. Flying Probe program generation and debugging. Implement and verify relevant software upgrades.
Train, mentor, and support test and repair technicians.
Troubleshoot tester hardware and software issues by working with customer support to resolve.
Analyze and improve prototype, production yields and implement best practices for test and repair processes. Analyze failure data, summarize, and present analysis to stakeholders. Maintain backups of test programs and test data. Manage equipment by working with the facilities team and vendors to perform periodic calibrations and preventive maintenance.
Support testing process (time studies, data collection/analysis, special customer requests, etc.) for quotes, trials, and process improvements. Identify and recommend software solutions, cost reductions and quality improvements in repair operations.
Work closely with the Quality team to complete any First Article Inspection Reports or relevant Corrective and Preventive Actions, and submission of Technical Data Package to Configuration Management. Recommend appropriate hardware/software technology for optimizing the quality and efficiency.
Familiarity with operating machinery/robots safely and efficiently.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings, datasheets, and written work instructions.
Oversee the installation, validation and development of new test equipment and processes.
