Senior System Test & Automation Engineer

THE COMPANY Silvus Technologies , a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications – on the ground, in the air and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments. With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape.

From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data. Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc. Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of “ Keeping Our Heroes Connected ”?

THE OPPORTUNITY Silvus is seeking a Senior System Test and Automation Engineer who will report to the R D Director, Implementation on the Research and Development team.

Requirements

, establish production tests and performance thresholds, and design and implement efficient and streamlined automated test setup and programs for wireless communication systems in a manufacturing environment. This position is fully onsite, Monday through Friday, at Silvus Technologies’ HQ in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles . The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position.

Responsibilities

at any time at its discretion.

Design and test complete solutions using Silvus hardware and software products that solve unique technical problems and provide full coverage of wireless communication system feature sets. Design and implement logging and log analysis tools to capture performance of both the systems under test and the test infrastructure itself. Help define new products and features to fill gaps and perform product evaluations and field tests and trials for new product features and accessories.

Work closely with the software development team to augment production test systems to support rollout of new features and product configurations. Perform manufacturing failure troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production failures escalated to engineering. Test and harden existing features through firmware and hardware changes in realistic applications.

Perform other related duties, of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant field. Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, specifically in embedded firmware development and testing, scripting, embedded Linux, C/C++, and python; OR a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience including embedded firmware development and testing, scripting, embedded Linux, C/C++, and python with an advanced degree. Demonstrated experience in wireless/networking or an electronics manufacturing environment.

Proven experience with lab instruments such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers. S. S.

government contracts. All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Proven experience with wireless and radio communication systems, radio frequency signal propagation principles, and digital communication technologies.

Demonstrated experience with TCP/IP networking.