Senior Test Engineer

at  Trident Systems Inc

At Trident Systems’ Space Electronic Systems (SES) division, we believe in the power of using strong engineering principles to drive innovation and solve complex problems. We foster a culture of rigorous engineering and continuous improvement, leveraging the full knowledge of our organization through collaborative development processes that include design and peer reviews. We combine our expertise in space electronics with right-sized development processes to create innovative, high-performance space-based electronic systems that meet our customers’ evolving needs.
We are a mission partner supporting DoD, Intelligence, and Civil space customers. We develop complex radiation effects mitigated designs that balance competing requirements in modern space programs, delivering cutting-edge solutions that enable our customers to achieve more in space.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification: BS degree in mechanical, electrical, computer, or aerospace engineering or other relevant technical discipline.
Years of Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a systems’ engineering and/or electronics testing discipline.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Understanding of space industry integration and test processes with execution experience.
• Strong knowledge of hardware/software/mechanical interaction, implementation of customer hardware and software, and impact to requirements/performance.
• Experience with the integration & testing of complex electronic systems.
• Expert on environmental testing to space industry standards, including random vibration, thermal cycling, thermal vacuum, EMI/EMC, ESD and shock testing.
• Proficiency in utilizing test equipment and instrumentation for conducting functional testing, performance testing, environmental simulations, such as thermal chambers, vibration tables, and EMC test setups.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.
• Strong team player and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Communication: Frequent communication with other employees. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Repetitive Motion: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Average Visual Abilities: Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products.
• Physical Strength: Sedentary work; must be able to remain in a stationary position most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. (Almost all office jobs.)

• Subject matter expert for integration and testing of multi-function space systems.
• Lead integration and test activities for qualification and acceptance testing of space electronics units.
• Assesses product design and viability from a verification and validation perspective.
• Provide guidance to design team to influence designs for verification and validation.
• Design verification and validation plans and test procedures tailored to the specific requirements of space electronic systems, encompassing both functional and environmental testing parameters.
• Advise on test methodologies to apply to verification and validation of project designs.
• Design special test equipment and test cables to support a thorough verification by test of product requirements.
• Define repeatable verification and validations practices and methods to be applied to multiple projects.
• Conduct thorough functional testing of electronic hardware and systems to verify compliance with design specifications. Analyze test data and results, identifying anomalies, deviations, and areas for improvement.
• Supports process improvement for requirements management and verification.
• Define repeatable practices for requirements verification.
• Supports project execution.
• Collaborating in a multi-disciplined team environment to solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Effectively train and mentor junior test engineers and test technicians.
• Design and implement automation testing to support high-scale production in manufacturing facility.