Test Engineer II (RF Focus)
Nevada Heat Treating LLC
- Location
- Onsite (Longmont, Colorado)
- Compensation
- $80k - $120k/yr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior Level
About the Role
Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of engineered antenna, thermal management, and mission-critical solutions for radar, electronic warfare, and C5ISR applications. The Test Engineer collaborates with RF and Mechanical teams to develop test plans, execute rigorous testing, and ensure product performance against customer specifications.
Skills
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401K Match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Education Reimbursement
Perks
- Referral Program
- Birthday Incentives
- Anniversary Incentives
Full job details
Vitesse Systems is looking for a Test Engineer II to join the team in Longmont, Colorado! The Test Engineer collaborates with RF & Mechanical Engineers to develop Test Plans, Test Bill of Materials, Test Layouts, Test Procedures, Test Data Processing, and Test Readiness Review packages. In addition, the test engineer assists technicians with the setup and execution of various tests to verify, analyze, and evaluate product performance against customer specifications. The Test Engineer also provides support, training, and troubleshooting to the Test Technicians.
About Vitesse Systems
Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.
Our Core Values
Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission-critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.
Our Benefits
- 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
- Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
- 401K Employer Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Company-paid Short & Long-term Disability
- Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
- Generous Referral Program
The Role
The primary responsibilities of the Test Engineer are to interface with RF and Mechanical Engineers to develop various test documentation, assist technicians with setup and execution of tests, as well as providing support, training, and troubleshooting to the technicians.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, perform, and ensure the quality of RF Bench, Near field and Far field Radiation Patterns, Passive Intermodulation, High RF Power, Thermal Vacuum, and other tests on systems and components in accordance with test procedures.
- Develop test requirements and verification methods through close collaboration with the RF, Mechanical, and Systems Engineering teams.
- Identify testing methods and test fixturing for risk mitigation, prototype development and requirement verification testing.
- Collaborate interdepartmentally to review and approve Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test Reports.
- Debug various test issues as they arise and review data.
- Coordinate or lead with RF and Mechanical Designers to generate, review, and approve test layout models and drawings.
- Generate Test Readiness Review (TRR) packages and support customer reviews as required.
- Review customer specifications to ensure test requirements can be met with sufficient accuracy.
- Generate and review test plans, test procedures, and review test reports.
- Assist with technical proposals.
- Develop and configure methods to efficiently process data and control RF test equipment
- Provide project support including, but not limited to: design reviews, presentations, data reviews, and production support.
- Provide auxiliary support as a Test Technician as required.
- Provide support, training, and troubleshooting to Test Technicians as required.
- Create and update I&T-related Work Instructions and Processes.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Math, or related discipline
- At least 5 years industry experience
- Strong familiarity with RF test equipment and measurement techniques
- Strong familiarity with communication systems and RF/microwave components
- Familiarity with environmental test methods, systems, and equipment
- Familiar with creating budgets for test uncertainties and RF power/link analysis
- Programming/scripting skills
- Good bookkeeping and data management skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Comfort working both independently and within a team environment
Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who:
- Is not a United States citizen
- Is not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S.
- Does not have politically protected status (embassy, refugee, or asylum)
Vitesse Systems, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Veterans / Disabled Employer.