Principal Test and Validation Engineer
About The Position
The Production Test Engineer develops, implements, and sustains automated and manual production test solutions for Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) filter products used in defense and aerospace applications. The role supports manufacturing through test system development, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, yield improvement, process optimization, and production support. The engineer works closely with design, process, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure product performance, manufacturability, and compliance with customer and industry requirements. The position is onsite in Andover, Massachusetts. An active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance is required before the start date, and the candidate must be able to obtain an interim clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance eligibility.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM).
- Minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in production testing, preferably with RF microwave components.
- Strong understanding of SAW filter principles, design, and performance characteristics.
- Proficiency with test equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
- Experience with automated test systems and software such as LabVIEW and MATLAB.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a related field.
- Experience with statistical analysis and process control methodologies.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Familiarity with aerospace and defense industry standards and requirements.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and sustain automated and manual production test solutions for SAW filter products.
- Support manufacturing operations through test system development and production support.
- Troubleshoot test and production issues and conduct failure analysis and root cause investigations.
- Improve production yield and optimize processes.
- Collaborate with design, process, quality, and manufacturing teams to support product performance and manufacturability.
- Ensure compliance with customer and industry requirements.
- Provide production training and mentoring.
- Use data-driven decision making and technical problem-solving.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
