Engineering Manager

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Massapequa (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. seeks an experienced Engineering Lab Manager to oversee the RF/Microwave assembly, alignment, testing, and integration of electronic components and systems in a full-time onsite role in New York.

The ideal candidate will manage testing operations, engineering documentation, and laboratory resources while ensuring compliance with program specifications. The role requires a strong electrical engineering background, hands-on RF/Microwave experience, and the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required.
• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience.
• RF/Microwave assemblies and testing experience.
• Experience with PLM systems.
• Space application radiation considerations knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee RF/Microwave assembly, testing, and integration.
• Develop in-process test procedures and data sheets for circuit board assemblies, electronic modules, and system-level testing.
• Design test fixtures and interfaces for system testing.
• Review customer specs to ensure program and performance requirements are met.
• Support environmental testing (thermal cycling, thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI).
• Maintain organized engineering and test records to ensure data accuracy and traceability.
• Provide technical support to engineers, technicians, and engineering associates.

Skills

RF/Microwave design

Test procedures

Engineering documentation

Laboratory management

PLM systems

Space radiation requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Tools

PLM software

EMI test equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Lab Manager to oversee the assembly, alignment, testing, and integration of RF/Microwave electronic components and systems.

This role will support the development and testing of printed circuit assemblies (PCAs), electronic modules, and complete systems. The ideal candidate has a strong electrical engineering background, hands-on experience with RF/Microwave technology, and the ability to manage testing operations, engineering documentation, and laboratory resources.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Testing and Integration

Develop in-process test procedures and data sheets for circuit board assemblies, electronic modules, and system-level testing.

Design and create test fixtures and interfaces for system testing.

Support the assembly, alignment, troubleshooting, and testing of RF/Microwave electronic assemblies.

Review customer specifications and technical documentation to ensure program and performance requirements are met.

Support environmental testing, including thermal cycling, thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, and EMI testing.

Engineering Documentation and Quality

Prepare engineering documentation, including failure reports, Discrepant Material Reports (DMRs), and recovery test plans.

Generate engineering change notices for customer review and internal component updates.

Prepare end-item data packages for customer review and acceptance.

Maintain organized engineering and test records to ensure data accuracy, accessibility, and traceability.

Review parts, materials, and process requirements to ensure compliance with program specifications.

Laboratory and Technical Support

Provide technical support to engineers, technicians, and engineering associates.

Manage laboratory tools, test equipment, and specialized program equipment.

Coordinate equipment purchases, rentals, and maintenance as needed.

Support testing activities and ensure laboratory resources are available for ongoing projects.

RF/Microwave Technical Knowledge

Understand passive RF designs, including power dividers, low-pass/high-pass/band-pass filters, and crystal filters.

Understand active RF designs, including oscillators, amplifiers, multipliers, phase-locked loops, and mixers.

Familiarity with temperature compensation using PTC and NTC thermistors.

Understand electronic component selection, characterization, evaluation, and screening requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required.

Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience.

Experience with RF/Microwave electronic assemblies and testing.

Knowledge of component-level testing, module integration, and system-level testing.

Experience developing test procedures, fixtures, and engineering documentation.

Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.

Knowledge of EEE parts selection, screening, traceability, and derating requirements.

Understanding of space application requirements, including radiation considerations.

Strong organizational, technical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to coordinate engineering resources and support multiple projects.

Full-time, onsite position.

Hands-on engineering laboratory and electronics manufacturing environment.

Collaboration with engineering, production, and technical teams.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.