Test Engineer

About the Company

TRM specializes in the design and manufacture of RF/Microwave components and integrated subsystem assemblies, providing both customized solutions and an extensive catalog of standard parts. Since 1970, we have served the nation's top defense and space contractors by delivering expert engineering solutions and highly reliable, innovative products to solve complex challenges.

Our culture is built on three pillars: Dream Big, Have Fun, and Get Stuff Done. We empower creative thinking, foster a people-first environment with passionate and committed individuals, and promote accountability, collaboration, and transparency to deliver mission-critical electronics.

About the Role

Assemblers perform tasks necessary to the production process, including fabrication, maintenance, and repair of component parts and products. They maintain tidy work areas and follow detailed instructions to meet safety and quality requirements. A successful assembler has an aptitude for mechanics, an eye for detail, and the ability to comprehend and follow technical instructions, diagrams, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental testing on passive RF/Microwave components, including high power testing, thermal testing, vibration, shock, and altitude, both in-house and at outside vendors.
• Identify proper test procedures and equipment needs to meet customer product testing requirements.
• Participate in the development engineering gate process, performing Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) on new products.
• Communicate with sales and program managers on test plan timelines and cost.
• Collaborate with the Production Team and Test Technicians to investigate testing challenges and improve product-specific yield.
• Provide process-level data to support continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing processes, tooling, and hardware.
• Evaluate existing test equipment and recommend improvements to increase capabilities and test throughput.
• Participate in crisis-avoidance teams (Red Shed) to resolve issues with troublesome parts in WIP.
• Contribute to continuous improvement teams and efforts.
• Create Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and Qualification Test Procedures (QTP) based on customer requirements.
• Work with the Quality team to prepare customer-required test paperwork, including Acceptance Test Reports (ATR) and Qualification Test Reports (QTR).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience working with RF Network Analyzers.
• Experience working with and testing for MIL-Spec test requirements.
• Experience writing test procedures and test reports.
• Goal-oriented with a passion and ability to drive change.
• Organized, task-driven, and proven ability to multitask.
• Passion for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and/or relevant job roles demonstrating progression of skills.
• Previous experience as a Test Engineer desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.