PRODUCTION TEST ENGINEER

AIRSPAN CAREERS; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Plano, Texas, is seeking a Production Test Engineer to develop and optimize automated testing processes for Open-RAN Radio products. This full-time position requires 10-15 years of experience in test engineering, strong skills in LabVIEW, Python, and RF test equipment. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders. Responsibilities include validating test systems and collaborating with teams to drive continuous improvement in production testing.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of experience in production test engineering and automated production test software development.
• Experience with automated test systems (e.g., LabVIEW, Python, CVI, C/C++ test scripts).
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain automated and manual test procedures and software.
• Create scripts and diagnostic tools for manufacturing and RMA processes.
• Validate test systems for new product introductions.

Skills

Automated test systems

LabVIEW

Python

CVI

RF test equipment

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science/electrical engineering

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Network Analyzers

Signal Generators

Job description

Location: Plano, Texas – Full Time, In Person
Duration: 10 Month Contract

* Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

About the Role

The Production Test Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing test processes and automated test software to ensure high-quality, reliable products in a hardware manufacturing environment. This role works closely with cross-functional teams—including Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain—to validate product performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvement across the production test lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain automated and manual test procedures and software for Open‑RAN Radio products with preferences for Python, CVI, and NI LabView experience automation platforms.
• Create scripts and diagnostic tools to support manufacturing and RMA processes.
• Validate test systems and equipment for new product introductions (NPI).
• Provide daily support for manufacturing test stations for components, board, module, and unit level testing to ensure high uptime and throughput.
• Investigate and resolve test failures, debugging root cause, including using tools and data for electrical and soldering quality issues such as microscopes and X‑ray machines.
• Collaborate with R&D to incorporate design‑for‑testability (DFT) improvements.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, yield issues, and opportunities for optimization.
• Reduce test cycle time while maintaining or improving test coverage and quality.
• Specify and qualify test equipment and instruments.
• Maintain RF and test equipment calibration processes and ensure compliance with internal and external quality standards.
• Author and update documentation related to testers.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science/electrical engineering or equivalent experience.

Experience

• 10‑15+ years of experience in production test engineering and automated production test software development.
• Experience with automated test systems (e.g., LabVIEW, Python, CVI, C/C++ test scripts).
• Hands‑on experience with RF test equipment (Spectrum Analyzers/Network Analyzers/Signal Generators).

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem‑solving abilities with a root‑cause–driven approach.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in fast‑paced manufacturing and NPI environments.