Test Engineer

About the role

The Hypersonics team is seeking a skilled Test Engineer with electrical engineering expertise to design, implement, and maintain automated test systems for flight-critical avionics.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated test procedures for avionics hardware components and systems.
• Develop and support test software using modern languages (Python, C/C++, LabVIEW) within a CI/CD framework.
• Design and integrate electrical assemblies, including cables and harnesses for test systems.
• Support test systems that simulate real-world conditions for avionics components.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and mechanical engineers to optimize product performance.
• Document test requirements, procedures, and results using digital engineering tools.
• Apply "test-like-you-fly" methodologies to ensure products meet mission requirements.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and provide technical recommendations.
• Participate in review boards and technical interchange meetings with customers and suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree with 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or a Master's degree with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C/C++, or LabVIEW.
• Familiarity with test automation and CI/CD practices.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and Agile development methods.
• Experience with PCB design and troubleshooting, including embedded processor, microcontroller, or FPGA-based designs.
• Experience with RF testing and calibration.
• Experience in aerospace or defense industry test environments.
• Knowledge of environmental testing procedures.
• Experience with databases for test data collection.
• Experience with digital engineering tools (JIRA, Confluence, GitLab).
• Understanding of statistical analysis for test validation.
• Experience with test systems for production environments.
• Familiarity with IPC/J-STD standards (J-STD-001, IPC-A-600/610/620) for electronic assembly.
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, Altium, or KiCad.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense Secret clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

Everforth Apex offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans. Additionally, we provide an ESPP (employee stock purchase program), a 401K program with a company match, and a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan). We also offer a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program, and other discounts. Professional development opportunities include an on-demand training program, access to certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars. Certification discounts and other perks are available for associations like CompTIA and IIBA. For more information, refer to the 'Welcome Packet' provided by an Everforth Apex team member.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

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