Test Engineer

Marvin Engineering Company; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor in Southern California near LAX, seeks a Test Engineer II to design and execute robust product tests and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. You will work hands-on with advanced test equipment and collaborate across engineering teams.

Requires a 4-year Electrical Engineering degree and 3+ years in related fields, with strong LabVIEW, C/C++, RF/analog/digital skills. Onsite position with opportunities to lead test initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4-year electrical engineering degree or equivalent with 3+ years in related technical field including mechanical experience.
• Hands-on experience with signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes, hi-pot testers and cable harness testers.
• Experience with EMI, RF, analog and digital circuits related to test development and hardware test requirements for volume manufacturing.
• Experience developing production test systems and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency with LabVIEW, C/C++, and data acquisition for testing.
• Strong documentation, organization, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist and, when needed, lead in test projects: design, development, training, and production release with proper test documentation.
• Prepare and compile test reports including data analysis, results, and verification.
• Write test plans and procedures conforming to product requirements and train personnel.
• Set up, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot test systems, circuits, components, and assemblies.
• Perform root cause analysis for test incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and Mil-Spec standards.
• Develop test knowledge and collaborate with stakeholders to solve problems.
• Support new test program readiness reviews.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Test development

C/C++

LabVIEW

RF/Analog/Digital

EMI testing

Precision measurement

Documentation

CAD fabrication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Signal Generators

Power Meters

Oscilloscopes

Hi-Pot Testers

Cable Harness Testers

Job description

Salary Is Based On Experience, Skills, And Education

This position is 100% onsite

The Marvin Group is a Strategic Partner for Global Alternate Mission Equipment and Sustainment.

Please note: All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS). Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment. Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems. For over 60 years we have maintained “A Tradition of Excellence”, serving as a trusted source for our unwavering commitment to supporting all branches of the Department of Defense and our global allies. Our collaboration extends across a diverse array of programs and platforms, including major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible to provide direction for the completion of developing test practices, and to ensure compliance to contractual test requirements through the development of: processes, plans, procedures, automation, electrical, and mechanical testing devices and fixtures to execute product testing. Assist and on occasion lead in test project and support in the development of new project test readiness review and supports project to completion.

The ideal candidate would be a highly-skilled electrical engineer with excellent mechanical aptitude, who is a practical problem-solver and innovator, and has a thorough understanding of the use of various tools and equipment for testing. The candidate needs the ability to work with everything from hand sketches to detailed CAD models to design/fabricate close-tolerance parts, as well as jigs and fixtures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist and on occasion lead in test project: design, development, training, and production release. Ensures proper test-related documentation is completed, verified, and approvd. Includes test processes, equipment, test programs and fixtures.
• Proficient at preparing and compiling test reports including: data analysis, results, test validation / verification.
• Writes test plans and test procedures that meets product requirements utilizing VCRM;, trains test personnel and verifies training effectiveness.
• Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of: test systems, circuits, components, harnesses, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
• Performs test incident / failure and root cause analysis, implements corrective action, and verifies effectiveness of corrective action
• Demonstrates time management and communication utilizing tools and processes to complete tasks and projects on time.
• Reads and understands: technical drawings, procedures, and Mil-Spec industry standards
• Prepares, performs and compiles reports for tests including data analysis, results, test validation / verification
• Develop and utilize technical knowledge of product line testing and proactively collaborates with stakeholders to share and gain knowledge and solve problems.
• Support the development of new test program test readiness review.

SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain awareness and understanding of documents published in the QMS Library.
• 4-year electrical engineering degree or equivalent, & 3 or more years of experience in a closely related technical field with mechanical engineering experience
• Hands-on experience with operation of Signal Generators, Power Meters, Oscilloscopes, Hi-Pot Testers & Cable Harness Testers
• Experience with EMI, RF, Analog, Digital Circuits in relation to test development; understanding of hardware test requirements for volume manufacturing
• Experience with developing production test systems
• Advanced schematic interpretation
• Ability to use precision measuring devices
• Solid documentation, organization, attention to details, and record keeping
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks daily to meet deadline
• Knowledge and ability to comprehend engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Demonstrated experience with customers’ relations: strong communication skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of equipment utilized for testing, data acquisition, and programming languages such as C, C++, and/or LabVIEW
• Execution of tests in accordance with the quality system
• Knowledgeable of manufacturing processes and procedures
• Understanding of RF, Analog, Digital Circuits in relation of test development, understanding of hardware test requirements for volume manufacturing
• theory knowledge
• Mid-level skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

SALARY RANGE:

Test Engineer II: $80,000K - $105,000K (Based on experience, skills, and education)

All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

The Marvin Group is an EEO/Disability/Vets Employer.

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