System Integration Test Lead

Hobbsnews; Cupertino (CA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Hobbsnews in Cupertino, CA is seeking a System Integration Test Lead to oversee test readiness across NPI development, including SMT to final assembly transitions.

You will plan dry runs, troubleshoot issues, work with engineering and manufacturing, and track progress to ensure on-time, quality-driven product launches.

The role demands hands-on experience with PCB or embedded systems, familiarity with test validation, and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or closely related field.
• Hands-on experience with PCB or embedded systems such as Raspberry Pi, microcontrollers, or FPGAs.
• NPI familiarity or readiness to lead NPI testing.
• Experience with test validation and statistics (Six Sigma or Gage R&R).
• Programming or scripting for test automation or data analysis (Python or C).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and execution of test readiness activities, including managing the transition from SMT to final assembly across all phases of NPI development.
• Plan, execute, and complete dry runs to ensure manufacturing test readiness for NPI builds, identifying potential issues before full production.
• Quickly identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any test-related issues during the build process, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining timelines.
• Create and implement strategic plans for addressing problems, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Regularly track and report on the status of test progress, readiness, and outcomes, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Continuously refine and improve test processes and methodologies to enhance quality, efficiency, and product maturity, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Ensure product test quality standard and manufacturing criteria are met.

Skills

PCB basics

Embedded systems

Python

C/C++

Test automation

Six Sigma familiarity

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

I2C

SPI

UART

Job description

• System Integration Test Lead
  Key Responsibilities
  
• Oversee the preparation and execution of test readiness activities, including managing the transition from Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) to final assembly across all phases of product New Product Introduction (NPI) development
  
• Plan, execute, and complete dry runs to ensure manufacturing test readiness for NPI builds, identifying potential issues before full production
  
• Quickly identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any test-related issues that arise during the build process, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining timelines
  
• Create and implement strategic plans for addressing problems, ensuring timely and effective solutions
  
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and alignment on project goals and deliverables
  
• Regularly track and report on the status of test progress, readiness, and outcomes, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the project lifecycle
  
• Continuously refine and improve test processes and methodologies to enhance quality, efficiency, and product maturity, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices
  
• Ensure product test quality standard and manufacturing criteria are met
  
• Minimum Qualifications
  
• 1+ years of professional experience with a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field
  
• Hands on experience from academic projects, internships, or early industry work with PCB or embedded systems such as Raspberry Pi, microcontrollers, or FPGAs
  
• NPI familiarity or clear readiness to lead NPI testing
  
• Familiarity with test validation and statistical methods (Six Sigma concepts and Gage R&R) to assess test robustness
  
• Programming or scripting experience for test automation or data analysis, Python or C preferred with ability to parse and summarize test logs
  
• Strategic testing mindset with strong failure analysis and troubleshooting skills
  
• Excellent communication, organizational, presentation and leadership skills with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly
  
• Strong system and hardware fundamentals (Circuits, power electronics)
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead & thrive in a fast-paced environment
  
• Experience with failure analysis and troubleshooting
  
• Self-motivated and proactive with strong critical thinking
  
• Proficient in macOS and iOS
  
• Preferred Qualifications
  
• Experience or interest in consumer electronics and accessory specific test concerns
  
• Exposure to cross functional team collaboration and work with international OEM partners
  
• Familiarity with hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART
  
• Familiarity with manufacturing test methodologies, including hardware and software test validation
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  
• Program management exposure is a plus
  
• Exposure to one or more of the following: Acoustics, Display, Touch, Imaging Sensors, Motion Sensors, PCBA, Power, or Battery
  
• Experience with embedded system integration and development
  
• Type: Full Time
  Location: Cupertino, CA (Hybrid, Tuesdays - Thursdays Onsite)
  Pate Rate Range: $50/h - 60/h (DOE)
  *Relocation assistance can be offered based on individual needs and circumstances*

Contact Information:

David Gutierrez
408.550.2800 x101