Lead, Systems Engineering -Test Design Engineer

Lead, Systems Engineering

(Test Design Engineer)

Job Description:

The Test Engineer will design, develop, integrate, test, deliver, and support automated test sets used for testing deliverable IR sensor/camera products and/or electronic hardware. A final test set includes test software, hardware, rack with equipment, test cables, and all associated drawings.

Essential Functions:

• As part of a team, design the electronic test interfaces and select the necessary equipment to perform the testing of deliverable IR sensor/camera and/or electronic hardware.
• Develop test software in LabVIEW and TestStand to interface with the test equipment and automate the testing of the unit under test.
• Integrate the hardware design with the software to create a fully functional test set.
• Perform the test set verification and validation to ensure the test set functions as intended and meets the defined requirements.
• Understanding of program level objectives, system concept of operation, and product architectures to determine and develop the test system requirements, methods, and solutions designed to fully verify the product requirements.
• Lead and mentor test engineering team members throughout the test set design process.
• Planning, coordination, and/or execution of integration and test activities.
• Develop and execute test plans/procedures and associated test readiness reviews.
• Interface with design and system engineering to define and implement test strategies.
• Present and participate within engineering review boards to improve overall quality and eliminate design defects early in the development lifecycle.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills through the preparation and presentation of technical reviews and program status.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering with minimum of 9 years of experience or a M.S. with 7 years of experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum 13 years of prior related experience in engineering field considered with applicable electronic experience.
• Must have an active Confidential level DoD clearance in order to be considered for the role.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Proven experience architecting, managing, and integrating test systems using LabVIEW, TestStand, and/or other software languages.
• Certified LabVIEW and/or TestStand Developer is a plus.
• Prior experience with LabVIEW FPGA or VHDL for FPGA is a plus.
• Proficient in electronic system design, development, and troubleshooting.
• Prior experience using National Instruments hardware platforms and electronic test and measurement equipment, such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, source meters and PXI equipment.
• Prior experience designing and developing electrical circuits, schematics, and layouts is a plus.
• Prior experience testing electro-optical designs is a plus.
• Ability to clearly communicate, both verbally and in writing, to other engineers, technicians, and customers.
• Proven ability to function well in a fast-paced environment and set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines.
• Prior experience working with Infrared Sensor/Camera systems a plus.
• Prior experience with communications systems and/or communication protocols. eg. RS232, 1553, RS422, Ethernet.
• Aerospace / Defense industry experience is preferred.
• Must have confidential level security clearance or higher.

About the Company:
L3Harris Technologies