Aerospace & Defense, Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles, Security, Radar Technology, Hardware

Senior Electronics Test Technician (Evening Shift)

Kirkland, WAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$33,270–$49,860 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

production line response
test stations
fixtures
equipment
process interruptions
test system development
integration activities
test station qualification
validation activities
test equipment failures

Nice to have

Python experience
interfacing with test equipment
standard RF test metrics
return-loss
gain
noise-figure

Role summary

Echodyne is seeking a Sr. Electronics Test Technician for their evening shift (4:00 pm – 12:00 am, Monday - Friday) to support radar production. This role involves developing and maintaining manufacturing test systems, responding to production line interruptions, performing test station validation, conducting root cause analysis of equipment failures, and leading continuous improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of hands-on electronics measurement experience, familiarity with test system validation, technical documentation, ESD procedures, and digital/analog test equipment. Experience with RF test equipment, Python for test interfacing, and understanding of analog/mixed signal circuits are desired.

Radar Reinvented.

Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).

Echodyne is seeking a Sr. Electronics Test Technician to join our fast-growing team.

Shift: 4:00 pm – 12:00 am, Monday - Friday

10% shift differential applies while working this shift.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As an Electronics Test Technician, you will play a key role in the production of Echodyne radars, enabling us to meet aggressive production goals while maintaining the highest of quality. You will contribute to developing and maintaining manufacturing test solutions that support radar production processes. In this role, you will draw upon your background in electronics and manufacturing test to aid in the development of state-of-the-art production test systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a primary production line response resource for test stations, fixtures, equipment, and process interruptions

Support test system development and integration activities

Perform test station qualification and validation activities

Conduct root cause analysis of test equipment failures and support implementation of corrective and preventive actions

Develop test system preventive and corrective maintenance procedures

Compile and analyze test and measurement data, distilling into key performance metrics to aid in the identification of systemic issues

Develop and document debug methodologies in support of resolving emergent failure modes

Identify and lead continuous improvement projects of manufacturing test processes working with engineering, manufacturing, quality and design teams

REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Familiarity with test system validation procedures

Hands-on experience writing technical documents and reports

Hands-on experience working with micro-electronics printed circuit assemblies in a lab environment

Familiarity with in ESD (electro-static-discharge) equipment and procedures

Experience using digital and analog test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters

Familiar with the use of RF test equipment such as Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, and signal generators

Good interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups

DESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE (Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills)

Python experience for interfacing with test equipment a plus

Experience assessing standard RF test metrics such as return-loss, gain, noise-figure, compression point and bandwidth

Understanding of analog/mixed signal circuits related to power development and distribution, I2C and SPI bus protocols, and clock synthesis and distribution

Ability to read a schematic to identify test-points, components, and circuits

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of relevant experience performing hands-on electronics measurement

Hands on experience working on manufacturing test processes

Eligibility to handle export-controlled data (ITAR, EAR)

Echodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.

WHAT WE OFFER

This is a non-exempt role.
The hourly rate for this role is$33.27—$49.86 USD
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:

RSU (Restricted Stock Units)

Generous Benefits:

Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you

Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA

Virtual Care – 98Point6

Employee Assistance Program

Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)

Travel Assistance Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability

Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)

401(k) match

Pet Insurance

Prepaid Legal Program

Commuter Benefits

Paid Company Holidays

All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

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