Senior Test Engineer

Job Summary

DRS Naval Electronics is looking for a Senior Test Engineer (TE) onsite based in Largo, FL. The Sr. TE will be responsible for leading group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget. Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems, or subsystems. May use computer-aided engineering or other design /analysis software in the performance of assignments.

Job Responsibilities

In this role, the candidate will be responsible for assigned technical solutions, efficient execution, and task completion on time and within budget. Ability to work independently while leading others is a key capability needed for this role.

• Responsible for leading group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget
• Design and develop test programs to measure the functionality and integrity of products and services
• Write test procedures and protocol to assess product reliability and evaluates the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications
• Debug test hardware and software
• May use computer-aided engineering or other design / analysis software in the performance of assignments
• Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop test programs to best support them, including cost and schedule as key variables
• Assess and mitigate technical risks
• Drive completion of engineering efforts within stated project scope
• Participate in preparation of proposals
• Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Lead and direct the work of others as assigned
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer, or business meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years’ experience related to Test Engineering skillsets and must have demonstrated success in similar technical environments.

• Self-starting, self-directed candidate with excellent oral and written communication skills. Capable of achieving project objectives and able to interface with various levels of internal team members, management, program sponsors, sub-contractors and customers.

• Ability to travel – Potential travel up to 10% for certain projects.

• The following skills are desired:

   

  • Familiarity with defining and overseeing antenna pattern measurements by leveraging a working knowledge of common techniques such as near-field, compact range, and outdoor range testing.

  • Demonstrate domain expertise in common antenna design and test principles.

  • Practical application of common RF test equipment, such as Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, and Multimeters.

  • Working knowledge of pulsed and CW RF systems, including common architectures and design principles.

  • Ability to troubleshoot and plan approach to resolution of failures from environmental qualification and factory acceptance testing.

  • Familiarity with automated test systems, data acquisition, instrument controls, real-time testing.

  • Familiarity with automation testing environments (e.g. NI LabVIEW, NI Test stand, Agilent VEE)

  • Advanced MS Office

  • Dealing with ambiguity - adapting to uncertainty, making complex decisions, and remaining flexible and adaptable to change.

  • Familiarity with DoD Environmental Military Standards and Specifications.

  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing techniques or continuous improvement is a plus.