Electrical Test Engineer IV

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do in this role you will be responsible for:

We are seeking a talented test engineer with an Electrical Engineering background to support a major US Air Force Program. As a Test Engineer you will perform planning coordination and execution of electronic component subsystem and full system tests as well as other evaluation activities across the program. A strong candidate will possess at least 7 years experience in a Test Engineering role. You will have the opportunity to work in a multi-functional team environment and directly support our nations war fighters. Whether your desired career path is technical or leadership Textron is highly diversified with a strong grow-from-within philosophy that offers exceptional opportunities for career progression.

Responsibilities

Oversee and execute functional and environmental testing of electronics including directing and guiding junior test engineers

Coordinate schedule and lead test activities to ensure that test requirements and objectives are met per customer/program requirements and engineering and quality standards.

Lead both in-house and field data collection activities including setup and operation of high-speed cameras telemetry systems onboard instrumentation and data recorders.

Generate Test Plans that provide verification method of system requirements and identify necessary test equipment fixtures and facilities.

Perform Test Readiness Reviews and produce Test Reports

Perform preliminary quick-look analysis and provide post-test de-brief to engineering team and customers

Analyze electrical program requirements for consistency and completeness resolve discrepancies.

Determine measurement techniques identify and procure instrumentation and design test systems to perform requirements verification.

Provide acceptance criteria specified as measurable parameters for validation of system requirements including digital analog and timing outputs

Analyze and document requirements for automation of test processes measurement acquisition and data analysis and for efficient utilization of resources (test range environmental equipment etc)

Analyze and document for test hardware and software engineers strategies for implementation of tests in real world performance conditions including for example min/max parameter limits

Analyze system interfaces to ensure complete coverage of test requirements.

Coordinate with appropriate program engineering and external organizations during test planning execution analysis and reporting phases

Collaborate with multi-discipline design team to produce Test Procedures and Data Collection methods.

Familiarity with Mil-Spec testing requirements as well as vibration shock and environmental test methods and equipment is desired

Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and in writing) and have good organizational skill.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in electrical engineering and minimum of 10 years of related experience or bachelors and masters degree in electrical engineering and 7 years of related experience

Experience with U.S. DoD product development

Experience with functional and environmental testing of electronics particularly EMI/EMC vibration shock and thermal cycling

Active Secret clearance preferred; Secret eligibility required

How We Care

At Textron Systems our talented people make us successful.We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality differences and unique perspectives

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical Dental Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran

Textrons products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.