Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

Madrona Venture Labs; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PPO or HDHP/HSA

Virtual Care 98Point6

Employee Assistance Program

Mental health coverage

Travel insurance

Life insurance

Short & long term disability

Flexible PTO 15 days/year

401(k) match

Pet insurance

Prepaid legal

Commuter benefits

Paid company holidays

Job summary

Echodyne is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer to design, build, and optimize production test systems ensuring product quality and efficiency. You will lead the development of new test hardware and software, collaborating closely with design, quality, IT and production teams to scale manufacturing capabilities.

The role requires deep RF/microwave expertise, Python programming, and a track record of deploying automated test solutions in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical, electronic, mechanical, test engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in a Test Engineering role developing manufacturing test solutions.
• Experience with RF/microwave measurement methods and instruments and automated test systems.

Responsibilities

• Define radar manufacturing test requirements and test station design requirements.
• Design, implement, and maintain test hardware and software for the production line.
• Support test systems throughout development, implementation, scaling, and refinement.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, software, quality, design, and IT teams to integrate test systems.
• Plan and evaluate new or updated test processes for accuracy and repeatability.
• Select and integrate test instrumentation.
• Monitor test data to drive yield, throughput, and quality improvements.
• Create documentation and train production staff on test procedures and tools.
• Coordinate with contract manufacturers to develop and support test processes.

Skills

RF/microwave testing

Python programming

Automated test systems

Engineering drawings

Test data analysis

PCBA design for test

Test fixtures

Communication

Instrument protocols

Education

BS in electrical / electronic / mechanical / test engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium

MES

Minitab/JMP

Job description

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam‑steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

Echodyne is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer to join our fast-growing team.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Echodyne is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer to design, develop, build, and optimize manufacturing test systems and procedures that ensure product quality and production efficiency.

This position is best suited for someone who is detail‑oriented, passionate about technology, and thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Working closely with design engineering, quality, IT, and production teams, the Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer will lead the development of new test systems used in a production environment, improve process robustness and efficiency to scale Echodyne’s manufacturing capabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define radar manufacturing test requirements and test station design requirements


• Design, implement, and maintain test hardware and software for the production line


• Support test systems throughout the full lifecycle of development, implementation, scaling, and refinement


• Work with manufacturing engineers, software engineers, quality engineers, design engineers, and IT to integrate and support test systems


• Plan and execute evaluations of new or updated test processes to ensure accuracy, repeatability, and compliance with requirements


• Select, evaluate and integrate test instrumentation


• Monitor and analyze test data to drive continuous improvement in yield, throughput, and quality


• Create documentation and provide training to production staff on test procedures and tools


• Work with contract manufacturer partners to create, implement, and support test processes


• Optimize test strategy for efficacy, efficiency and return of investment

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency with RF/microwave measurement methods and instruments (e.g., VNA/PNA, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters), with the ability to learn and adapt to advanced RF/microwave technologies


• Programming proficiency in Python (MATLAB familiarity a plus)


• Ability to design and deploy complete automated test systems


• Ability to interpret and apply assembly drawings, schematics, mechanical models, and technical documentation


• Knowledge of computer/instrument communication protocols


• Able to develop PCBA designs used in automated test systems


• Experience developing test fixtures


• Hands‑on experience with test system acceptance procedures including repeatability and reproducibility of measurement systems


• Demonstrated ability to resolve technical issues in a timely manner


• Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
(Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)

• Provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) input and influence during product development


• Experience with SolidWorks, Altium and/or other industry CAD tools


• Ability to work with 3D printers for prototyping, tooling, and production support.


• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)


• Proficiency in statistical techniques and analytical problem‑solving


• Ability to build collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners


• Experience using data analysis tools like Minitab or JMP

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in electrical, electronic, mechanical, test engineering or related technical discipline


• 10 or more years of experience in a Test Engineering role developing manufacturing test solutions

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export‑controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.

WHAT WE OFFER

This is an exempt role.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $124,733 — $187,048 USD

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

• RSU (Restricted Stock Units)


• Generous Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Fully‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
    
    
    
    • Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
    
    
    • Virtual Care – 98Point6
    
    
    • Employee Assistance Program
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)


• Travel Assistance Insurance


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability


• Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non‑exempt)


• 401(k) match


• Pet Insurance


• Prepaid Legal Program


• Commuter Benefits


• Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.