Test Development Engineer

Location: On-site at our JDAS Aerospace & Defense manufacturing facility in St. Petersburg, FL.

About the Role

Perform low to medium complexity engineering work, including development of test solution quotes, test solutions, test crisis support, and continuous improvement of core competency.

Responsibilities

• Develop test specifications and test solutions of low to medium complexity, typically receiving project-level direction from the project leader.
• Complete test solution development tasks according to budget and schedule commitments from test solution quotes, including:
  • Design For Test (DFT), design, assembly, debug, validation, deployment, and emergency support of electrical, mechanical, and optical hardware, as well as software.
  • Electrical hardware development, such as:
    • GPIB, USB, and RS-232 controlled equipment.
    • PXI and LXI based test equipment.
    • Design of custom circuitry implemented in custom circuit boards and cables.
  • Mechanical hardware development, such as:
    • Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) chamber racks.
    • Bench-test setups.
    • 19” equipment racks.
    • Custom automated high-throughput fixtures with probe fields, and top, bottom, and side mounted pneumatically actuated modules.
  • Software and compilers, such as:
    • LabWindows/CVI, LabView, and TestStand.
    • C#, ANSI C, and Visual C++.
    • Visual Basic.
    • Assembly for Motorola and Intel microcontrollers and microprocessors.
    • HTML, PERL, ASP, and custom scripting languages.
    • Software for Agilent/Keysight 3070 ICT and other MDA platforms.
• Develop solutions for several test processes, including:
  • In-Circuit test (ICT) and Manufacturing Defect Analyzer (MDA).
  • Boundary Scan/JTAG.
  • Board-level functional test.
  • ESS/HASS.
  • System test.
• Follow the test solution development process, including:
  • Test development using tools like OrCAD, AutoCAD, and FabMaster.
  • Project tracking (action items, journals, time entry, milestones, and deliverables checklists).
  • Adherence to test solution design guidelines (global fixture specification, schematic design requirements).
  • Participation in design reviews (initial and post-installation).
  • Creation of documentation package templates (test specification, BOMs, tester validation, etc.).
• Develop test solution quotes, including:
  • Price and schedule commitments.
  • Hardware, software, and documentation package descriptions.
  • Specification of tester validation criteria and required customer deliverables.
• Use automated quote systems and tools to complete quotes on schedule.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position.
• Comply with all procedures within the company security policy.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline from a college or university related to a technology field.
• 3+ years of experience in a test development environment.
• Some experience with Altium and/or AutoCAD is highly desired.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Skills

• Understanding of Manufacturing Test Strategy and proficiency in at least one area of test development.
• Knowledge of Test Development areas, including structural and functional test, development of Manufacturing Test Specifications, and Design for Test Analysis.
• Demonstrated hands-on practical knowledge in a test development environment.
• Appreciation and understanding of relevant industry standards and specifications.
• Ability to consistently provide innovative manufacturing test solutions.
• Ability to write, contribute to presentations, speak, and assist in representing Test Development to other groups, external customers, and technology peer groups in the industry.
• Must maintain up-to-date knowledge in deployable test technologies as a continuous improvement of core competency.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options.
• 401K match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet Insurance.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Annual Merit Increases.
• Community Volunteer Opportunities.