Senior System Integration and Test Engineer

Silvus Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Senior System Integration and Test Engineer in Irvine, CA. The role involves designing and testing solutions, preparing integration test plans, and supporting various teams in product development. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in embedded systems and proficiency with lab instruments. The position offers a salary range of $130,000 - $180,000, with occasional travel required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience, specifically in embedded firmware development and testing.
• Proficiency with lab instruments such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Design and test complete solutions using Silvus HW and SW products.
• Prepare integration test plans and execute them.
• Respond to requests from internal teams and customers, providing support.
• Support the Sales Engineering team in creating customer-facing documents.

Skills

Embedded firmware development

Scripting

Embedded Linux

C/C++

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Logic analyzers

Job description

Company Overview

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission‑critical applications – on the ground, in the air, and at sea. Its battle‑proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN‑MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement, and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus develops world‑class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line‑of‑sight to extreme non‑line‑of‑sight, Silvus radios form a self‑healing, self‑forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high‑bandwidth data. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc., and part of the MSI ecosystem of safety and security technologies.

Opportunity

Silvus is seeking a Senior System Integration and Test Engineer who will report to the Senior Engineering Director on the Irvine Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will conduct a wide range of technical activities relating to system integration and test engineering and will work closely with different teams, including design engineering as well as sales and product engineering teams, to drive product development and testing and be a key component in enabling the development of cutting‑edge systems and technologies. This position is expected to help define and test new products and features, assist the internal design and sales engineering teams as well as customers with technical support and testing requests, perform technical analysis and systems integration duties, and engineer complete solutions to complex problems. This role works closely with internal Engineering teams as well as provide in‑person support with up to 25% travel, both domestic and international. The position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies’ Engineering and R&D Office in Irvine, CA, near the vibrant Irvine Spectrum.

Role And Responsibilities

• Design and test complete solutions using Silvus HW and SW products that solve unique, technical problems.
• Prepare integration test plans and execute them. This may involve the lower‑level embedded firmware and hardware testing as well as the product‑level functional testing.
• Define new products and features to fill gaps and perform product evaluations and field tests and trials for new product features and accessories.
• Respond to requests and questions from internal teams as well as customers, providing debugging and troubleshooting support, systems integration engineering, product recommendations, engineering analysis, and other services both remotely and/or in person. Also support these requests via in‑house lab or field testing and validation, as needed.
• Test and harden existing features through firmware and hardware changes in realistic applications.
• Support the Sales Engineering team by helping prepare for demonstrations, training, testing, or recreating bugs and issues they see in the field.
• Support the Sales Engineering team in creating and maintaining customer‑facing documents and content including manuals, user guides, videos, application notes, etc. to support customers and internal teams more efficiently.
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.
• Travel Requirement: Occasional travel up to 25%, both domestic and international (e.g., max 1 week out of the month typically confined to the workweek) to provide in‑person engineering support to customers and the sales team including demonstrations, troubleshooting, system integration, and training.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant fields plus a minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, specifically in embedded firmware development and testing, scripting, embedded Linux, C/C++, and Python; OR a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience with an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science.
• Proficiency with lab instruments such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers.
• Willingness to travel and work at customer sites.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proven experience with wireless and radio communication systems, RF signal propagation principles, and digital communication technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with TCP/IP networking.
• Excellent organizational skills, attentiveness to details, and ability to multi‑task and quickly switch gears.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate internally and with customers.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and effectively interact with cross‑functional teams and customers.
• Proficiency with PC office applications.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Office environment.
• 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.
  • Walking/Moving in the labs.

Compensation

CA Pay Range: $130,000 - $180,000 USD. The pay range is NOT a guarantee. It is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

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.

All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

EEO Statement

Silvus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Recruiting Policy

• Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.