Test Engineer - Chatsworth, CA

Sensor Systems, Inc.; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensor Systems, Inc. in Chatsworth, California, is seeking a TEST ENGINEER to support environmental and laboratory testing on our products. The role requires a background in electrical or computer engineering and a drive to deliver quality work.

The successful candidate will generate qualification procedures, perform varied test setups, and collaborate with program managers to keep testing on schedule. LabVIEW, Python, and C++ experience are preferred; occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 0–3 years of hands-on engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with test automation tools and programming languages (LabVIEW, C++, Python).
• Ability to understand product process documentation (drawings, schematics, BOM).
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency interacting with customers on sites and in meetings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (formulas/VB).

Responsibilities

• Generates qualification test procedure and test report following requirements of industry standards per MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, RTCA/DO-160, and customer specification documents.
• Performs a range of environmental test setups following the qualification test procedure.
• Works closely with the program manager to ensure project is on schedule when it comes to testing/qualification.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with customer project managers, certification representatives, test laboratories, and engineering teams to define qualification strategies and resolve compliance issues.
• Develop and maintain automated test software and test setups - lab equipment integration using LabVIEW/python.
• Work closely with cross functional teams including production, operations, business development, and other engineers to handle all testing requirements.
• Occasional travel to external test laboratories may be required to support qualification and compliance testing.
• Additional responsibilities as they become necessary.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in electrical/comput

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

C++

Network Analyzer

Spectrum Analyzer

Multimeter

Job description

POSITION: TEST ENGINEER

LOCATION: Chatsworth, California

SHIFT: 6:15 am to 4:45 pm / Monday thru Thurs

The Test Engineer's primary function is to support the Test Engineering Supervisor in performing environmental and laboratory testing functions on Sensor Systems products.

The ideal candidate is motivated, works under moderate supervision, and produces quality work. The Test Engineer must have a background in electrical or computer engineering.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Generates qualification test procedure and test report following requirements of industry standards per MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, RTCA/DO-160, and customer specification documents.


• Performs a range of environmental test setups following the qualification test procedure.


• Works closely with the program manager to ensure project is on schedule when it comes to testing/qualification.


• Serve as the primary technical interface with customer project managers, certification representatives, test laboratories, and engineering teams to define qualification strategies and resolve compliance issues.


• Develop and maintain automated test software and test setups - lab equipment integration using LabVIEW/python.


• Work closely with cross functional teams including production, operations, business development, and other engineers to handle all testing requirements.


• Occasional travel to external test laboratories may be required to support qualification and compliance testing.


• Additional responsibilities as they become necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or equivalent practical experience.


• 0 - 3 years of hands-on engineering experience is preferable.


• Experience with test automation tools and programming languages preferred (LabVIEW, C++, Python, Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Multimeter)


• Ability to understand product process documentation (drawings, schematics, bill ofmaterials, and manufacturing process document)


• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.


• Proficiency in interacting with customers on sites and in meetings.


• Proficiency with Microsoft office - Microsoft Excel (formulas/VB)