System Verification and Test Engineer II Kirkland, WA Research and Development

Echodyne; Kirkland, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible PTO

Paid company holidays

Job summary

Echodyne is seeking a System Verification and Test Engineer II to join a fast-growing team in Kirkland, WA. You will design and execute verification plans, driving test campaigns that simulate real-world use of our compact solid-state radar systems for autonomous vehicles, UAS, and smart city applications.

You will collaborate with product and engineering to translate requirements into effective test strategies, lead UAS pilots in the field, and help improve test methodologies and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in system test and verification.
• FAA Remote Pilot Certification (Part 107) or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and execute verification testing of radar systems and subsystems.
• Coordinate across teams to enable efficient test execution.
• Lead a small team of pilots/participants for test activities.
• Provide feedback on hardware/software issues and user experience.

Skills

Python scripting

Radar systems

UAS operations

Test verification

Communication skills

Field testing

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

2+ years experience

Tools

Ubuntu Linux

RedHat Linux

Job description

System Verification and Test Engineer II

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).

At Echodyne, we believe radar makes the world safer and more secure in the age of autonomy. We are seeking a System Verification and Test Engineer II to join our fast-growing team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a System Verification and Test Engineer at Echodyne, you will be hands‑on with our radar and software systems, ensuring our products meet rigorous internal requirements and customer expectations. You will own system verification testing from designing creative test plans that simulate real-world use, to executing them in the field, to providing detailed feedback on user experience for product improvement. Working at the intersection of product, research, and engineering teams, you will collaborate closely to translate requirements into effective test campaigns and ensure that test results drive meaningful design improvements. Because detection and tracking of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) are a key application for our radars, you will pilot UAS and lead small teams of pilots in the field, relying on clear flight team communication to ensure safe and effective test execution. Beyond day-to-day testing, you will develop and deploy specialized test equipment and help continuously improve our processes, methodologies, and safety culture. This is a hands‑on role that blends engineering, leadership, and fieldwork, offering the opportunity to directly shape the way our cutting-edge radar systems are proven against some of the most challenging real-world threats.

• Conceptualize, design, plan, and execute verification testing and user acceptance testing of radar and radar equipment subsystems
• Coordinate across teams to understand product and research requirements to enable efficient and effective test execution
• Lead a small team of UAS pilots or other test participants as needed to execute verification testing
• Provide detailed feedback on hardware and software issues and user experience during testing for product improvement
• Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues identified during testing
• Develop and deploy test equipment necessary for verification testing
• Execute test procedures, collect test data, and document test results
• Operate Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) and hold a leadership position in the UAS operations and safety team
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes, methodologies, and safety practices

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with hardware and software verification testing and user acceptance testing
• Ability to remain organized and work independently
• Must be able to regularly lift, carry and move equipment, occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Up to 25% travel may be required across North America

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
In this role, you will build many of the skills listed below. Previous experience in one or more of these areas is preferred but not required.

• Experience with desktop Linux (Ubuntu & RedHat)
• Experience with radar systems, RF engineering, or other complex electronic systems
• Experience with scripting (Python, Bash) for test automation
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and UAS operational best practices.
• Experience with UAS maintenance
• Experience working with cross-functional hardware/software product teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science or higher degree in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or other similar engineering discipline or equivalent military/industry experience
• 2 or more years in system test and verification
• FAA Remote Pilot Certification (Part 107), or ability to complete certification within 90 days
• This position requires a valid driver’s license and eligibility to be insured under the company’s vehicle insurance policy
• Domestic travel as required, both air and ground; up to 25%

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

$114,330 — $170,980 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.