Senior Embedded Test Engineer

Responsibilities

A Kforce has a client looking to hire a couple of Senior Test Engineers in Chandler, Arizona (AZ). We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment. The company offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, profit sharing, 401K matching and unlimited PTO. Summary: The Senior Test Engineers will be responsible for test development for embedded Single Board Computer (SBC) which interface with custom analog and digital I/O boards for Command & Data Handling in a cPCI form factor. Additionally, Electrical Power System (EPS) boards are included on a custom backplane extension for sub-system power switching and solar array switching/battery charging. Duties Include:

• Senior Test Engineers design of custom test 'boxes' and cabling as required; Test hardware must be capable of verifying all stated capabilities and contractual design requirements for the UUT
• Develop VxWorks test code to run on SBC (in C programming language); Create National Instruments LabVIEW VIs for COTS instrument control and monitoring, and User Interface (UI) for UUT command and telemetry
• Develop Perl scripts to control execution of VxWorks and LabVIEW code for test automation
• Create and maintain assembly, schematic, and parts lists for custom test equipment through the company's document control system; Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Excel, and Intercept Mozaix are used for design documentation
• Formal Integration and Test Plans, Environmental Test Plans and Acceptance Test Procedures (customer deliverables) used to document compliance with all customer and design requirements are the responsibility of the Test Engineer
  
  

Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar field would be ideal
• 7-8 years of hands-on experience in Test Engineering
• Proficient in software development using C programming language.
• Strong background in hardware testing and software testing.
• Experience out of highly regulated industries such as medical device, aerospace, automotive or other field would be ideal
• Knowledgeable using Windows applications such as Visio, Word, and other Microsoft Office tools
• Self-motivated and willing to take ownership of assignments and look for ways to execute on time
• Able to provide guidance for junior engineers to help them grow in their knowledge of test engineering
• Experience with hardware testing and software testing
• Experience with lab test equipment is preferred
• VxWorks operating system preferred; Other RTOS experience will be considered
• Experience with both hardware testing and software testing is desired
• Experience with LabVIEW and/or PERL programming is a plus
• Knowledgeable with cables and able to do cable drawings using Visio is a plus
• LabVIEW or PERL programming languages are a plus
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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