Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

Echodyne Corp; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU program

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible PTO

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Echodyne Corp is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer to design, develop, and optimize manufacturing test systems for high‑performance radar products. This role collaborates with design, quality, IT, and production to scale manufacturing and improve process robustness.

Ideal candidates have extensive RF/microwave test experience, strong Python skills, and a track record building automated test setups, fixtures, and PCBA test interfaces.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering in a relevant discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in a Test Engineering role.
• Experience with RF/microwave test methods and instruments.
• Ability to design automated test systems and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Define radar manufacturing test requirements and station design.
• Design, implement, and maintain test hardware and software.
• Support test systems through full lifecycle of development to production.
• Collaborate with multiple engineering and IT teams to support test systems.
• Evaluate new/updated test processes for accuracy and repeatability.
• Integrate test instrumentation and optimize yield and throughput.
• Create documentation and train production staff on test procedures.
• Work with contract manufacturers to support test processes.
• Optimize test strategy for efficacy and ROI.

Skills

RF/microwave measurements

Python

Automated test systems

PCBA design

Test fixtures

Data analysis

Communication protocols

Schematic interpretation

Issue resolution

Education

BS in electrical/electronic/mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium

3D printing

Job description

Job Description

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 – 98Point6Employee Assistance ProgramMental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)Travel Assistance InsuranceCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short & Long Term DisabilityFlexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)401(k) matchPet InsurancePrepaid Legal ProgramCommuter BenefitsPaid 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.