Sr. Test Engineer

VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

About Viavisolutions

• VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway.
• VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications.
• We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between.

Responsibilities

• The Senior Test Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and execution of Design Verification Tests (DVT) for RF test equipment used to test avionics systems.
• This position plays a key role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and compliance of products throughout the product development lifecycle.
• The engineer will collaborate closely with hardware, software, systems, and manufacturing engineering teams to develop effective verification strategies and test solutions for complex RF and electronic test equipment.
• The role requires a hands-on approach to developing test methods, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, analyzing test results, and driving problems to resolution.
• Develop and execute Design Verification Tests (DVT) for RF and electronic test equipment.
• Translate product requirements and specifications into comprehensive verification plans, test procedures, and test cases.
• Develop automated test solutions to improve test coverage, repeatability, efficiency, and data collection.
• Configure and operate RF and electronic test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, oscilloscopes, and related instrumentation.
• Perform RF measurements and characterization, including frequency, power, gain/loss, noise, modulation, and signal integrity as applicable to product requirements.
• Develop test setups, fixtures, cables, interfaces, and instrumentation configurations required for product verification.
• Analyze test data, identify failures and performance issues, and work with engineering teams to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot complex interactions between hardware, firmware, software, and RF subsystems.
• Document test results and provide clear technical reports and recommendations.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input on product testability, verification methods, and requirements.
• Support verification activities throughout the product development lifecycle, including prototype, qualification, and production readiness testing.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure verification milestones are achieved.
• Maintain test equipment, test configurations, procedures, and associated documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve test processes, automation, coverage, and overall product quality.
• Follow established engineering, quality, and documentation processes applicable to avionics test equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience Develop and maintain test software, scripts, and automation using appropriate programming and test frameworks.
• Ability to read and understand large electronics schematics
• Understanding of RF equipment and measurement test equipment

Exposure to using measurement instruments like

• Oscilloscopes, RF signal generators, spectrum analyzers, modulation analyzers, RF power meters
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR.
• ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen or National, U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, Refugee, or Temporary Resident granted amnesty.
• If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.