Specialist Integration & Test Engineer

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Job Title: Integration & Test Engineer

Job Code: 21879

Job Location: Northampton, MA 100% on site

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

The purpose of the Integration and Test engineer position is to synthesize and define test processes for complex electro-optical and electro-mechanical systems. Coordinate assembly level through system level integration and test activities and ensure that technical obligations are fulfilled.

Experienced professional with proficient knowledge of job area and practice knowledge of project management. May manage projects or processes with general supervision Communications with contacts inside and outside of own department to explain and interpret operational processes, practices, and procedures. Recommends enhancements with systems and processes. Works to achieve operational targets for specific programs and projects with moderate impact on departmental results.

Essential Functions:

• Perform systems engineering tasks both manual and automated test processes
• Develop test plans, test procedures, requirements traceability, test reports, test flow, and test case design and implementation
• Execute system, sub-system, CCA and component level functional testing and document results 
• Use critical thinkng to perform hardware troubleshooting down to component level
• Setup, configure, and document hardware/software systems under test, including loading software onto multiple devices to perform verification and validation
• Use software tools and develop scripts to implement into test processes
• Perform root cause analysis and create/implement out corrective actions
• Support Operations manufacturing in failure trend analysis and ensure failure trends are quickly and effectively identified and resolved
• May provide technical consultation to internal organizations and/or customers
• Manage tasking using technique of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering or related field and minimum 4 years of prior Integration/Test experience. Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering or related field and minimum 2 years of prior Integration/Test experience . In lieu of a degree, requires minimum 8 years of prior Integration/Test experience.
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance , which requires US Citizenship
• 2+ years experience developing and executing test procedures
• 2+ years experience troubleshooting hardware

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Technical Software Used: IBM Rational DOORS, Imatest, LabVIEW, JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, NI TestStand, Python
• Software used: Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint, Outlook E-mail
• Test Hardware: DC Power Supplies, Digital Multi-Meters, Oscilloscope, Signal Generator, RF Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer, Noise Figure Analyzer, Scaler Analyzer, Fiber Optic Scope Meter
• Understanding of systems engineering concepts
• Knowledge of Electro-Optical Imaging testing including optical Signal to Noise Ratio, MTF, MRTD, boresight alignment, optical distortion, relative illumination, ELRF testing and alignments, video format compliance. General knowledge of multi-spectral cameras such as visible, SWIR, MWIR
• Knowledge of Broadband RF/Microwave and Antenna testing for injected and radiated tests including S-Parameters, Noise Figure, Compression
• Knowledge of Environmental Qualification test such as Thermal, Structureborne Noise, Hydrostatic Pressure, Self-Compatibility EMI test, Vibration tests
• Knowledge of Line of sight testing inclusive of multi-axis stabilization tests, line of sight accuracy, support of mechanism integration with various actuators, encoders, motors, focus mechanisms
• Knowledge of communications systems, software languages, automated software
• Desired skills include requirements analysis and verification, software scripting and usage of automated testing frameworks and applications
• Project and team leadership experience
• Presentation and communication skills (Verbal/written/visual)
• Problem solving skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to productively contribute work, ideas, and collaboration as part of a team
• The use of safety equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas
• Must be able to sit or stand for up to nine hours
• Fine motor dexterity
• Hand-eye coordination
• Concentrated mental/visual demand

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Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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