Associate Research and Development (R&D) Test Engineer

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people doing very challenging work with the prime directive of Keeping Our Heroes Connected

Silvus is seeking an Associate Research and Development (R&D) Test Engineer who will report to the R&D Director Communications Systems. This position will be a part of the R&D team that develops testing infrastructure and performs comprehensive testing vetting and demonstration of Silvus MANET radios and other wireless products and technologies under development.

This position is fully onsite Monday through Friday at Silvus Technologies HQ in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wireless communication system test operation implementation and maintenance.
• Assist in the maintenance design and implementation of testing software for automated testing and logging.
• Work closely with the R&D and Engineering teams to understand performance requirements and expected system behaviors validate and assist in troubleshooting and qualification of new designs.
• Conduct lab testing using wireless channel emulators and other instruments.
• Conduct field testing to qualify system performance in a practical environment
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.
• TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS - Occasional domestic travel away from the office including overnight to support experimentation and demonstration of cutting-edge technology under development.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED with 3 years of experience in electronics work environment; OR an Associate degree with 1 year of experience; OR a Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university or college.
• Familiarity and experience working with testing embedded systems.
• Exposure to the use of radio frequency instruments such as signal generators spectrum analyzers and channel emulators.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience in programming using C/C Python or MATLAB.
• Exposure to networked testing systems.
• Experience in testing embedded radio communication systems.
• General understanding of working in both Windows and Linux operations.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• Trade shows.
• Outdoor environment for demonstrations.
• Occasional exposure to heat cold and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to do the following:
  • Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
  • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
  • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.

COMPENSATION: $72000 - $85000 / annually

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 3 years of experience in electronics work environment; OR an Associate degree with 1 year of experience; OR a Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university or college.
• Familiarity and experience working with testing embedded systems.
• Exposure to the use of radio frequency instruments such as signal generators spectrum analyzers and channel emulators.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Travel Requirements

Relocation Provided

Position Type

Referral Payment Plan

Our :

• Incentive Bonus Plans

• Medical Dental Visionbenefits

• 401K with Company Match

• 10 Paid Holidays

• GenerousPaidTime Off Packages

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• PaidParental & Family Leave

• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.

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