We are seeking a highly skilled Test Systems Engineer who is proficient in developing and implementing test systems to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan! As a Test Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for executing successful projects in the Military/Aerospace industry. This role requires exceptional technical skills, strong customer interface skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If this sparks your interest and sounds like you, please apply! We are eager to discuss how you might contribute to Spherea and how we can help you grow your career.

Your future Responsibilities: 

• Designing and developing client specific      test systems using C, LabWindows/CVI and TestStand, including both      hardware and software components.
• Developing and implementing test plans for      reliability, functionality, and compatibility testing.
• Providing system architecture and      subsystem designs for implementing system requirements.
• Developing documentation including system      requirements documents, system design documents, electrical drawings, and      user guides.
• Identifying, analyzing, and resolving      system integration issues.
• Providing technical leadership within      complex and diverse engineering projects.
• Employing creative problem-solving      techniques. 
• Collaborating with team members and      stakeholders to identify opportunities for innovation and process      improvements.
• Providing input on prioritization of      system upgrades due to useability, test yield, and/or obsolescence.
• Participating in special projects and      other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience, preferably within the integration test arena. 
• Knowledge of Automated Test Equipment and instrumentation, preferably NI platforms. 
• Possession of TestStand Certification.
• Familiarity with source code control and software development best practices and tools such as GIT, SVN, Azure DevOps. 
• Risk management astuteness, ability to identify and quantify project-related risks. 
• High level of concentration, alertness, and adaptability to change.
• Integrated test experience. 

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience in the aviation industry (3-5 years)
• Knowledge and experience with test standards such as PXI, LXI, etc. 
• RF domain knowledge