Telemetry Tester Engineer

About the role

The candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, detailed design packages for Joint Test Assembly (JTA) telemetry test equipment, providing comprehensive technical contributions from initial concept through deployment and production field support. This role requires translating complex electrical design requirements into functional, producible engineering drawings. The candidate will also build and manage complex software architectures to automate test requirements, interface with databases, create operator interfaces, and consolidate results into formal reports. Additionally, the candidate will lead tester development, integrate test equipment with reference units, verify requirements, and provide critical troubleshooting support within production test environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, detailed design packages for JTA telemetry test equipment
• Translate complex electrical design requirements into functional, producible engineering drawings
• Build and manage complex software architectures to automate test requirements
• Interface with databases, create operator interfaces, and consolidate results into formal reports
• Lead tester development, integrate test equipment with reference units, verify requirements, and provide critical troubleshooting support within production test environments
• Serve as a technical project lead, software lead, and/or hardware lead
• Oversee fabrication and define and execute qualification test plans
• Perform complex engineering analyses and calculations to realize JTA test equipment solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/science discipline
• Master's degree in engineering/science discipline
• PhD degree in engineering/science discipline
• Department of Energy (DOE) O 426.2A requirements met

Preferred Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents thru ABET Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA)
• Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0/4.0 for up to four years post-graduation, confirmed by transcript at the time of offer
• Minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA for a Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 3.5/4.0 cumulative GPA for a PhD degree
• Collaborate with design and development teams to review technical specifications and provide meaningful feedback on system architecture and functionality
• Analyze and interpret complex system drawings to understand functionality, troubleshoot effectively, and contribute to the design of future systems
• Design, implement, and debug automated test solutions using C#, LabVIEW, and TestStand
• Lead automation initiatives from concept through full hardware and software implementation, including the selection and qualification of programmable instrumentation
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, and create well-structured, reusable test cases for complex hardware and software systems
• Identify, document, and thoroughly track system defects; perform regression testing and work with internal teams to investigate causes and implement solutions
• Provide field support for production, including system maintenance, repairs, and contributing to equipment redesigns and new builds
• Demonstrate strong initiative and adept project management skills to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to shifting priorities

Benefits

At Pantex, you'll discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated, innovative individuals like you to achieve your greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth. When you join the mission, you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex, we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel, coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning, to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.