Sr. Test Engineer

Viavi Solutions, LLC; Lenexa (KS); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

VIAVI Solutions, LLC is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to design, develop, and execute Design Verification Tests for RF and electronic test equipment used to verify avionics systems. You will translate product requirements into comprehensive verification plans and implement automated solutions to improve efficiency.

You will collaborate across hardware, software, and manufacturing teams, perform RF measurements, analyze results, and help drive root-cause investigations while ensuring compliance

Formación

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience developing and maintaining test software, scripts, and automation using appropriate programming and test frameworks.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and execute Design Verification Tests (DVT) for RF and electronic test equipment.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, systems, and manufacturing engineering teams to develop verification strategies.
• Develop automated test solutions to improve coverage, repeatability, and data collection.

Conocimientos

Test automation

RF measurements

Schematic reading

Programming/scripting

ITAR compliance

Educación

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Oscilloscopes

RF signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Power meters

Descripción del empleo

Summary

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Senior Test Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and execution of Design Verification Tests (DVT) for RF test equipment used to test avionics systems. This position plays a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and compliance of products throughout the product development lifecycle. The engineer will collaborate closely with hardware, software, systems, and manufacturing engineering teams to develop effective verification strategies and test solutions for complex RF and electronic test equipment. The role requires a hands‑on approach to developing test methods, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, analyzing test results, and driving problems to resolution. Develop and execute Design Verification Tests (DVT) for RF and electronic test equipment. Translate product requirements and specifications into comprehensive verification plans, test procedures, and test cases. Develop automated test solutions to improve test coverage, repeatability, efficiency, and data collection. Configure and operate RF and electronic test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, and related instrumentation. Perform RF measurements and characterization, including frequency, power, gain/loss, noise, modulation, and signal integrity as applicable to product requirements. Develop test setups, fixtures, cables, interfaces, and instrumentation configurations required for product verification. Analyze test data, identify failures and performance issues, and work with engineering teams to determine root cause and corrective actions. Troubleshoot complex interactions between hardware, firmware, software, and RF subsystems. Document test results and provide clear technical reports and recommendations. Participate in design reviews and provide input on product testability, verification methods, and requirements. Support verification activities throughout the product development lifecycle, including prototype, qualification, and production readiness testing. Work with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure verification milestones are achieved. Maintain test equipment, test configurations, procedures, and associated documentation. Identify opportunities to improve test processes, automation, coverage, and overall product quality. Follow established engineering, quality, and documentation processes applicable to avionics test equipment.

Pre‑Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience Develop and maintain test software, scripts, and automation using appropriate programming and test frameworks.
• Ability to read and understand large electronics schematics
• Understanding of RF equipment and measurement test equipment
• Exposure to using measurement instruments like Oscilloscopes, RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, modulation analyzers, RF power meters
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR.
• ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen or National, U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, Refugee, or Temporary Resident granted amnesty.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

VIAVI empowers Service Providers and IT organizations to manage the network lifecycle for complex 5G and Fiber networks with intuitive instruments, systems and technologies; and our expertise in light management and optical coatings help protect the world's bank notes from counterfeiters, enhance the colors you see, and enable advanced technology such as 3D sensing. We are a team of thought leaders who have the freedom to support and innovate and look for new effective and efficient solutions for our customers.