Description: Our client is currently seeking a Avionics Test Engineer III for a contract in the SeaTac, WA area. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with the following:
Test Engineer Responsibilities:
As an Test Engineer at our company, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and testing electrical systems and components. Your work will span various projects, from small-scale household devices to large-scale electrical power systems. Here are your key responsibilities:
Test Plan Development:
Create comprehensive test plans, procedures, and scripts for shock, vibration, thermal, humidity, and vacuum testing on both high and low voltage flight hardware.
Verification Testing:
Conduct verification testing, including power-on, functional, acceptance, and qualification tests.
Document test results for high and low voltage distribution, power regulation, and conversion hardware.
Integration and Troubleshooting:
Support the integration of vehicle hardware and necessary analysis tools to verify unit performance.
Debug and troubleshoot hardware and software issues in a lab environment.
System Integration and Review:
Assist with wiring, hardware installation, and test bench setup during integration and test activities.
Participate in design and system reviews, providing valuable feedback on integration and testability throughout project phases.
Technology Development and Communication:
Contribute to program-level technology development, mission assurance, and safety initiatives.
Effectively communicate development status, risks, and challenges to management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related technical discipline.
At least 5 years of relevant experience.
Strong understanding of electronics hardware development, including high voltage switching, power regulation, and advanced electronic products.
Proficiency in analog, digital, or mixed-signal circuit design, simulation, troubleshooting, and part selection.
Knowledge of signal integrity, power, grounding, and board layout principles.
Experience with special electronic test equipment and troubleshooting tools.
Proficient in using standard electronic lab tests and troubleshooting equipment.
Programming skills in C++ and/or Python.
Familiarity with NI Labview / TestStand.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
U.S. citizenship, permanent residency (Green Card holder), or lawful admission as a refugee or asylum seeker.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
Over 7 years of relevant experience.
Experience with large-scale avionics verification in autonomous spaceflight systems.
Background in supporting spaceflight system testbeds.
Proficiency in electrical design and analysis tools such as LTSpice, PSpice, SIMetrix/SIMPLIS, and Simscape1
Contact: dwalsh@judge.com
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