Test Engineer III

Voyager Technologies, Inc. • San Diego, CA

2d • $135,000 - $165,000

About The Position

Voyager Technologies Inc. is seeking a Test Engineer III to join a team that designs components for space applications, including Software Defined Radios, Single Board Computers, and optical equipment such as space-rated cameras, star trackers, and laser communications. The role is an individual-contributor position within project teams, focused on testing complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), with the possibility of leading and coordinating some or all of a project’s testing effort.

The engineer designs, develops, schedules, and executes functional performance and environmental test architectures, including TVAC, thermal, vibration, and shock testing. The role also involves analyzing and resolving engineering problems; reviewing specifications and project documents; participating in software design and code reviews; documenting test protocols and results; estimating work and reporting status; and coordinating priorities and timing with project managers, project engineers, and team members. The employee must follow Voyager Technologies’ standard operating procedures, quality standards, and applicable testing practices.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain and maintain the U.S. Government security clearance required for the position and applicable contract. The role also requires appropriate access eligibility and a need-to-know. Applicants must meet U.S. export-control requirements, including eligibility for required export authorizations. The stated good-faith base salary range is $135,000–$165,000, depending on experience, skills, and location; the range is base salary only and excludes benefits and incentives.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• At least 6 years of engineering experience with demonstrated technical skills.
• Familiarity with test software concepts and methodologies in Python, C#, or LabVIEW/CVI.
• General understanding of electrical engineering concepts, principles, and theory.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Experience with test tools and equipment.
• Working knowledge of writing and executing test procedures.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask across multiple projects and support production activities.
• Strong technical background and ability to come up to speed quickly on new technologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with personal computing tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Government security clearance; appropriate access eligibility and need-to-know are also required.
• Must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable export regulations and be eligible to obtain required export authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in hardware design of PWAs.
• Previous experience with production processes and automated testing.
• Previous experience testing RF devices operating in the S, X, and Ka bands.
• Previous exposure to optics and laser communication technologies.
• Passion for continuous learning and ability to adapt to new technologies and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Work as an individual contributor in a project team testing complex PCBAs.
• Apply technical knowledge to analyze, investigate, and resolve assigned engineering problems.
• Design, develop, schedule, and execute functional performance and environmental test architectures, including TVAC, thermal, vibration, and shock testing.
• Report, discuss, and document test results.
• Review board- and system-level functional specifications, design documents, and project documents.
• Participate in reviews of software product design and coding.
• Ensure test protocols follow testing standards and practices and are documented.
• Develop work estimates and status reports for each test effort.
• Coordinate with the project manager, project engineer, and project team to ensure tasks are executed with appropriate priority and timing.
• As needed, lead and coordinate part or all of a project's testing effort.
• Adhere to Voyager Technologies standard operating procedures and quality standards.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with access to more than 12,700 nationwide options and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• Competitive total compensation package, including benefits and bonus/incentive opportunities (details not specified).
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior