Senior Test Engineer

Job Overview

The Senior Test Engineer position includes designing, developing, integrating, and validating automated and manual test systems, as well as embedded diagnostic applications. The role also involves creating and updating test procedures, reports, and fixtures for systems and circuit card assemblies. Candidates should have strong electronics knowledge and software programming skills. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge surrounding designing and developing unit level and automated testing equipment on assemblies and sub-assemblies.

Essential Functions

• Analyze embedded military systems to define and implement effective test methods.
• Design and develop test environments, fixtures, and equipment.
• Author and maintain detailed test procedures, reports, and documentation.
• Plan, oversee, and execute qualification and production testing.
• Provide Design for Testability input and support design reviews.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and provide necessary training.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and status reporting for assigned tasks.
• Specify and evaluate supplier components and test-related services.
• Demonstrate strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Work independently and collaboratively to meet technical, cost, and schedule goals.
• Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Diligent, quick learner with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and familiar with agile tools (e.g., Jira).
• Strongly skilled in developing automated test systems using NI LabVIEW, TestStand, PLC.
• Strong familiarity in modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and Cameo. Ability to multitask and manage multiple technical issues in parallel.
• Strong background in IEEE 323, IEEE 344 and MIL-STD-461 are a plus

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related degree.

Experience

• 9+ years of Electrical/Test Engineering experience
• Experienced in collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment

Additional information

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.