Senior Staff Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

Boston Dynamics; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Dynamics in Waltham, MA is seeking a Senior Staff Manufacturing Test Engineer to architect and deploy critical test systems for the Spot, Stretch, and Atlas robots. You will lead test software development, DFA integration, and end-to-end test solutions across supplier, in-house, and system-level production.

You will collaborate with design, software, and quality teams to ensure assemblies meet high performance standards and you will mentor engineers and technicians in advanced testing and

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Robotics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in test software development using Python.
• Strong understanding of electromechanical and software engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and analyze designs.
• Experience deploying test systems at domestic and international Contract Manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-stakes test development and project management for outsourced test development.
• Champion Design for Test (DFT) with cross-functional teams.
• Scale global testing operations and expand ODM/JDM capacity.
• Document test procedures, fixtures and configurations for quality and consistency.
• Deliver end-to-end test solutions for new robots and sustaining platforms.
• Analyze test data to improve product quality and testing ecosystem.
• Mentor engineers and technicians, training on advanced test equipment and debugging processes.
• Oversee test stations for repair and service teams.

Skills

Python

C++

Schematics

Linux

Test hardware

Electromechanical

Education

BS or MS in Robotics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Altium

CAD (Catia, NX, SolidWorks)

Job description

Job Description

Join us as a Senior Staff Manufacturing Test Engineer in Technical Operations, where you'll architect and implement the critical test systems that bring our groundbreaking robots-Spot, Stretch, and Atlas to life. You'll be the driving force behind the design, documentation, and deployment of sophisticated test equipment and software, ensuring excellence across supplier, in-house, and system-level production. By collaborating closely with our cross-functional teams in design, software, and quality, you'll guarantee that our electromechanical assemblies meet the highest performance standards. You'll also serve as a key technical guide for third-party partners, ensuring their testing solutions align with our world-class quality and innovation standards.

Boston Dynamics is a world leader in mobile robots, tackling some of the toughest robotics challenges. For years, our awe-inspiring viral videos on YouTube have shown the world what remarkably capable robots can do. Now we are quickly becoming a recognized leader in automation solutions for industrial applications and warehouse logistics.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Lead High-Stakes Test Development: Drive project management and design strategy for outsourced test development, ensuring our robotic systems exceed expectations.


• Champion Design for Test (DFT): Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate DFT best practices early, optimizing test coverage, fault isolation, and subassembly reliability.


• Scale Global Testing Operations: Take ownership of ODM/JDM functional test capacity and expansion planning to meet ambitious production targets.


• Define Operational Excellence: Create comprehensive documentation for test procedures, fixtures, and configurations, setting the standard for quality and consistency.


• Deliver Turnkey Solutions: Spearhead the delivery of end-to-end test solutions for both cutting-edge new robots and sustaining platforms.


• Drive Continuous Improvement: Analyze test data to unlock insights, directly influencing product quality and streamlining our testing ecosystem.


• Solve Complex Challenges: Utilize structured methodologies for hands-on, data-driven root cause analysis of electromechanical subsystems.


• Scale Support Infrastructure: Oversee the duplication, maintenance, and deployment of test stations for our critical repair and service teams.


• Empower Manufacturing Teams: Serve as the technical authority, training internal and external teams on advanced test equipment and debug processes.


• Cultivate Talent: Mentor engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

Required Skills & Experience

• BS or MS in Robotics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent and 8+ years of relevant experience.


• Experience in test software development using programming languages such as Python.


• Strong understanding of electromechanical and software engineering fundamentals.


• Solid working knowledge of basic electrical equipment, including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies.


• Experience in selecting COTS or designing custom testing hardware based on engineering/manufacturing test requirements.


• Experience deploying and supporting test systems at domestic and international Contract Manufacturing sites.


• Test software development using programming languages such as Python in both Windows and Linux environments.


• Able to read electrical schematics and apply sound electrical/electronics fundamental knowledge to analyze designs.


• Comfortable with analog and digital test and debug techniques for medium to high complexity systems.


• Self-motivated and able to work in an ambiguous environment with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout software using Altium or equivalent.


• Knowledge of circuit board manufacturing DfX and best practices.


• Experience designing moderate complexity electro-mechanical structures to be used in a production or customer-facing environment in CAD (Catia, NX, Solidworks, etc.).


• Experience with Linux operating systems.


• Comfortable interpreting and/or writing C++ code.


• Experience with lean manufacturing and/or six sigma.


• Familiarity with using a PLM (e.g. Arena).

Travel

• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time including international travel.

The pay range for this position is between $134399.06 to $184,798.70 annually. Base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including, but not limited to internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience. This range represents a good faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Boston Dynamics offers a generous Benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401(k), paid time off and a annual bonus structure. Additional details regarding these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer for employment

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position.

Boston Dynamics will never ask you to divulge your personal financial or account information as part of its recruiting process.