Principal Electronics Manufacturing Test Engineer

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

3d•$116,350 - $210,325

About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing is seeking a Principal Electronics Manufacturing Test Engineer to support our Electronics Manufacturing Facility. In this role, you will architect, design, and govern the deployment of advanced automated test equipment (ATE) and software frameworks for highly complex electronic and electro-mechanical systems. You will act as the primary technical liaison for internal customers and external customers, drive continuous improvement and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers to ensure the safety, reliability, and readiness of critical defense assets.

Requirements

BS degree and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience or a Master s degree with 10-13 years of prior relevant work experience
Proven track record of architecting and deploying automated test equipment (ATE) and In-Circuit/Functional test systems in a high-reliability or defense manufacturing environment
Experience with electronic assembly testing, including In-circuit Functional Testers.
Expert-level proficiency in developing structured, object-oriented test software using NI LabVIEW, TestStand, or Python
Advanced proficiency in schematic capture, PCB design, and signal integrity analysis for custom test interface electronics (ITAs)
Strong background in statistical process control (SPC), test limit optimization, and measurement system analysis (MSA)
U.S. citizenship and eligibility for Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Deep technical understanding of RF test methodologies, including the configuration and operation of Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), Spectrum Analyzers, and RF signal generators
National Instruments Certified TestStand Architect (CTA) or Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA)
Comprehensive understanding of high-volume electronic production test strategies, including Boundary Scan (JTAG), Flying Probe, and Manufacturing Defect Analyzers (MDA)

Responsibilities

Define the overarching test strategy, standardized hardware/software architectures, and instrumentation roadmaps across programs.
Architect and oversee the implementation of complex test software frameworks using NI LabVIEW, TestStand, or Python, ensuring modularity, reusability, and scalability.
Development of test hardware to maximize test coverage.
Lead and mentor cross-functional engineering teams (design, test, manufacturing, and quality). Act as a technical authority for test readiness reviews (TRR) and failure review boards.
Lead root-cause analysis investigations for complex, systemic, or multi-system failures down to the component level, utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment and methodologies.
Apply advanced statistical analysis (e.g., Gage R&R, ANOVA, Six Sigma) to minimize false-failure rates and maximize production yield.
Establish and enforce engineering standards for schematic capture, test procedures, work instructions, and configuration management.
Work on a range of products for both military and commercial customers.