Micross Components

Sr. Test Engineer

Micross Components • $80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline; equivalent experience considered.
  • Minimum 3 years in electronic component testing, preferably in aerospace or defense sectors.
  • Familiarity with SAE AS6171 standards for counterfeit detection.
  • Hands-on experience with DLA regulations and QTSL documentation.
  • Proficient in MIL-STD-883 and/or MIL-STD-750 testing methodologies.
  • Skilled in LabVIEW for automated test development and data analysis.
  • Experience with Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) and RF measurement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop test plans based on SAE AS6171 and DLA requirements.
  • Perform electrical and environmental tests, including burn-in and temperature cycling.
  • Operate Vector Network Analyzers for RF measurements.
  • Create LabVIEW applications for automated testing and data management.
  • Set up tests for FPGA devices and conduct logic validation.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot test results, preparing detailed reports.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for compliance and quality assurance.

Benefits

  • Medical, HSA and FSA plans.
  • Dental and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid basic life insurance.
  • 401k with employer match.
  • Paid leave and vacation time.
  • Generous tuition assistance and 529 College Savings plans.
  • Pet and legal insurance options.
Full Job Description
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute test plans in accordance with:
    • SAE AS6171 standards for counterfeit detection
    • DLA requirements and QTSL (Qualified Testing Suppliers List) protocols
    • MIL-STD-883 and MIL-STD-750 standards
    • Customer-specific Statements of Work (SOWs) and technical specifications

  • Perform electrical and environmental testing, including:

    • Burn-in
    • Temperature cycling
    • Electrical parameter verification

  • Plan, program, and operate Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) for RF measurements such as S-parameters, insertion loss, and return loss.
  • Develop LabVIEW applications for automated test execution, data acquisition, and analysis.
  • Create test setups for FPGA devices, including boundary scan, functional testing, and logic validation.
  • Analyze test results, troubleshoot anomalies, and compile detailed technical reports.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
  • Interface with customers and auditors regarding compliance with QTSL, DLA requirements, and specific SOW deliverables.

  • Contribute to process improvements and increased lab efficiency.


Preferred Skills:

  • Familiarity with automated test equipment (ATE) platforms.
  • Experience with additional counterfeit mitigation techniques (e.g., X-ray, decapsulation, acoustic microscopy).
  • Knowledge of RF/microwave testing beyond VNAs.
  • Understanding of quality management systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
  • Statistical analysis and reporting capabilities for test results and yields.

Job Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in electronic component testing, ideally in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industries.
  • Knowledge of SAE AS6171 test methodologies for counterfeit mitigation.
  • Hands-on experience with DLA requirements, including QTSL protocols and documentation.
  • Experience interpreting and executing customer-specific SOWs.
  • Proficiency in MIL-STD-883 and/or MIL-STD-750 testing procedures.
  • Experience with Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) operation and RF measurement interpretation.
  • Skilled in LabVIEW for developing automated test solutions and data analysis.
  • Experience testing and characterizing FPGA devices (e.g., Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Lattice), including JTAG/boundary scan and functional validation.
  • Proficiency with test instruments like oscilloscopes, curve tracers, source meters, and logic analyzers.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.


Micross provides competitive benefits including medical, HSA and FSA plans, dental, vision, company paid basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401k with employer match, paid leave, vacation, holidays, generous tuition assistance, 529 College Savings, Pet insurance, Legal insurance, and a range of well-being programs available.

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About Micross Components

Micross Components is a global provider of specialty electronic components with a focus on military, space, medical, and demanding industrial applications. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including bare die and wafer processing, packaging and assembly, testing and screening, and component modification and obsolescence management. Micross Components has a strong reputation for quality and reliability, and is committed to providing its customers with the highest level of service and support. The company is headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and has additional facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about Micross Components
Size
250 employees
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Founded
1998

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