R&D Tech IV

Boston Scientific•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$64,272 - $109,304•Onsite

About The Position

Works with project teams, R&D technicians, engineers, and scientists in the development and analysis of products, materials, processes, or equipment. The role executes system verification testing of implantable neuromodulation systems, including SCS, DBS, and PNS products and external accessories. The position is based in the Valencia, California office, with employees expected to be present at least four to five days per week. The listed shift hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Relocation assistance and employment visa sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of relevant technician, laboratory, verification, or medical-device testing experience.
Hands-on experience executing system-level verification or validation tests using both manual methods and automated test frameworks.
Experience testing implantable medical-device systems, preferably SCS, DBS, PNS, or comparable active implantable systems.
Proficiency using oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, and other electronic laboratory equipment.
Working understanding of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies, including device pairing, configuration, connectivity checks, and basic troubleshooting.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel for data organization, analysis, formulas, tables, and charts; Word for controlled documentation; and PowerPoint for technical summaries.
Ability to interpret technical requirements, system specifications, test protocols, schematics, drawings, and equipment instructions.
Demonstrated ability to follow controlled procedures, produce accurate records, and work effectively with limited supervision.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail, organization, quality, and follow-through.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment and comply with laboratory safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in electronics, engineering technology, or a related discipline.
Experience in a regulated medical-device environment and familiarity with design controls, verification documentation, and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Experience with test automation tools, scripting, automated result collection, or maintaining system test infrastructure.
Experience troubleshooting integrated systems that include implantable devices, external controllers or programmers, chargers, accessories, firmware, and software applications.
Familiarity with defect tracking, requirements management, configuration management, or electronic test record systems.
Strong teamwork, problem-solving, organizational, and mentoring skills with a proactive, quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

Execute system verification testing of implantable neuromodulation systems, including SCS, DBS, and PNS products and their external accessories.
Perform manual testing and run automated tests using established test automation frameworks, tools, scripts, and laboratory procedures.
Set up, configure, operate, and troubleshoot system verification test stations, fixtures, simulators, and supporting infrastructure.
Use laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, data acquisition equipment, and electronic measurement tools.
Configure and verify wired and wireless communication interfaces, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Review test protocols, product requirements, system specifications, drawings, and work instructions to ensure test readiness and correct execution.
Record test results accurately and maintain complete, traceable documentation in accordance with approved procedures and Good Documentation Practices.
Identify, document, and communicate test anomalies, failures, and equipment issues; support troubleshooting and root-cause investigations with engineering teams.
Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize numerical and graphical test data using Microsoft Office tools.
Support verification method development, test automation improvements, fixture qualification, and test process optimization.
Maintain laboratory readiness, equipment status, test assets, and required safety practices.