Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer Kirkland, WA Manufacturing

Echodyne; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid company holidays

Flexible PTO

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Prepaid legal

Job summary

Echodyne is seeking a Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer in Kirkland, WA to design, build, and optimize production test systems ensuring quality and efficiency. You will collaborate with design, quality, IT, and production teams to scale manufacturing capabilities.

The role requires deep RF/microwave knowledge, Python, and hands-on test automation. Competitive salary with strong benefits is offered in a fast-paced, exempt position.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical/electronic/mechanical/test engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years in a Test Engineering role developing manufacturing test solutions.
• Experience with RF/microwave measurement and automated test systems.
• Ability to design and deploy complete automated test systems.

Responsibilities

• Define radar manufacturing test requirements and station design needs.
• Design, implement, and maintain test hardware/software for production.
• Support test systems through development, scaling, and refinement lifecycles.
• Collaborate across engineering, quality, IT, and production for test integration.
• Evaluate new/test processes for accuracy, repeatability, and compliance.
• Integrate test instrumentation and monitor data for yield improvements.
• Create docs and train staff on test procedures and tools.
• Work with contract manufacturers to support test processes.
• Optimize test strategy for efficiency and ROI.

Skills

RF/microwave methods

Python

Automated test systems

Read schematics/drawings

Instrument comms protocols

PCBA design for tests

Test fixtures

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

BS in electrical/electronic/mechanical/test engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium

3D printing

MES

Minitab/JMP

Job description

Sr Manufacturing Test Development Engineer

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)
• 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
• 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.