Test Engineer Ii

Elbit Systems Of America; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is hiring an Associate Test Engineer in South Africa, Gauteng. You will define requirements, develop coding for custom test systems, and ensure product testing through automated functional test systems. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 3 years of experience designing automated test systems. This role involves collaboration with engineering teams and remains crucial for enhancing defense technology.

Benefits

Healthcare – Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage

Paid time off (Vacation and Sick)

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in designing automated test equipment.
• Experience developing test software applications using NI Lab Windows CVI and/or C#.
• Strong understanding of programming languages like C, C++, or C#.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, verify, and validate automated test systems.
• Create test plans and define requirements.
• Provide technical support for test systems.

Skills

Data acquisition concepts

Test, measurement and calibration

C, C++, C#

Test software applications development

Problem-solving skills

Education

4-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

NI Lab-Windows CVI

Windows environment

Job description

Join to apply for the Associate Test Engineer role at Elbit Systems of America 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to

Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States' undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries.

But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers.

Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals tackle some of the most challenging issues in defense technology.

Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.

Job Summary

Test Engineer II is responsible for requirements definition, development, coding, integration, verification and validation of software-controlled hardware for custom functional test systems used for product testing.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Review and understand product specification documents
• Create a Statement of Work
• Formulate test plans to functionally test and or calibrate the product to meet requirements
• Create Test System Block Diagrams
• Provide pseudo code / process of events / tests (Flow Charts) for design review
• Create list of COTS equipment and materials needed for test system
• Create Electrical Schematics for I / F Panels and cables
• Provide conceptual mechanical ideas for test fixtures
• Provide pseudo code / process of events / tests for Software Module Development
• Write Coding S / W in NI Lab-Windows CVI
• Write TP, ATP, IQ, OQ, PQ, TMV documents
• Submit Test Engineering Change Requests to Configuration Management
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing test support group
• Development, integration, verification and validation of automated functional test systems for product testing
• Identify internal and external customer test requirements and specifications
• Develop product test plans, scenarios, scripts, and procedures to optimize output, usability, manufacturability, and product flow
• Work closely with other engineering functional areas in a concurrent engineering product development environment
• Perform troubleshoot and repair operations on automated functional test systems and related complex electrical, mechanical, and software tasks

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

• 4-year degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or related field OR a combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in designing automated test equipment systems in an electrical testing environment within a contract manufacturing or OEM environment
• Experience developing test software applications using NI Lab Windows CVI and / or C# in a Windows environment
• Knowledge of RF systems are a plus
• Strong understanding of C, C++, C# or equivalent programming languages
• Able to track and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment with several simultaneous projects
• Able to read, write and communicate effectively

Skills and Abilities

• Must have knowledge of data acquisition concepts and instrument control including complex test, measurement, calibration algorithm development, definition, and implementation of control interfaces to hardware
• Requires familiarity with instrument control via GPIB, RS-, and LXI
• Experience developing test software applications using NI Lab Windows CVI in a Windows environment
• Able to present information and respond to questions with peers, managers, clients, customers, and the general public on technical subjects
• Able to follow complex schematic diagrams, assembly drawings and test specifications
• Able to develop logical troubleshooting techniques based on an understanding of the product performance and test requirements
• Able to track and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment with several simultaneous projects
• Able to read, write and communicate effectively

Additional Information

Able to present information and respond to questions with peers, managers, clients, customers, and the general public on technical subjects

Able to follow complex schematic diagrams, assembly drawings and test specifications

Able to develop logical troubleshooting techniques based on an understanding of the product performance and test requirements

Travel and Physical Requirements

No travel required. U.S. Citizenship is required.

Benefits Highlights

• Healthcare – Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage
• Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections
• Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance
• Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• On-site wellness clinic
• Paid Benefits – Competitive compensation k program to plan for your future with company match 50% up to 8%
• Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick)
• Paid parental leave, Adoption assistance, Fertility and family building assistance
• Additional Benefits – Flexible work schedules available based on position: 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off, 4/10s, 3/12s, Lifestyle spending

Benefits and Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment.

The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant.

The noise level in the work environment may be loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms.

This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 50 lbs.