ATE Software Engineer III/IV

Textron•Wilmington, MA

10d•$115,800 - $224,500

About The Position

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for developing Automated Test Equipment (ATE) in a DoD / Aerospace Line of Business. Applicant should have a strong background in Electrical Engineering, and possess a demonstrated ability developing C# test code for Special Test Equipment (ATE / STE). Test executives and test sequences, as well as commercial instrumentation interfaces, data acquisition and control, and communication protocols will be the prime applications to be designed and automated into our ATE systems. High awareness and competency in the cohesion required between the multi-disciplinary functions (electrical / mechanical / software) required of a formal ATE team are required. Designing with Modularity and Commonality are top requirements of the position. Additionally, the ability to generate Validation sequences, Calibration sequences, Test Reports, estimates, design review materials, and presentation packages, is critical.

Requirements

B. S. in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years’ experience developing instrument driven test software
Solid programming knowledge in C#
Strong understanding of general ATE design principles including various communication protocols (Serial, Ethernet, PXI, USB, and IEEE-488, etc.)
Experience in problem isolation with demonstrable troubleshooting skills
Relevant experience with Software Configuration Management tools, defect tracking tools, and Peer Review processes
Ability to effectively communicate and engage all levels of the organization verbally and in writing
Must have strong written and verbal communications skills and be able to work in a team-oriented environment
The ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an IPT Lead or CAM, with EVMS exposure is a plus
An existing U.S. Secret Security Clearance is desired.

Responsibilities

Derive, flow, and trace Test Requirements from Sources to Test Code and Test Report
Design and implement automation software to satisfy Test Requirements
Interface with product development teams to determine appropriate test strategy and coverage for functional requirements
Develop modular, reusable test automation software in C# and GUI tools for manufacturing and engineering design verification.
Produce technical presentation packages for Design Reviews
Collaborate with ATE Hardware developers to ensure hardware / software cohesion throughout the Integration and Debug phases
Produce Test Procedures and Process Documents to support ATE deployment
Integrate ATE with Units Under Test
Release software into Configuration Management
Support Contract Manufacturers with questions and Integration
Interface with Production teams to satisfy Manufacturing requirements