TEST Engineer II
The Marvin Group
Test Engineer II
The Marvin Group is a strategic partner for global alternate mission equipment and sustainment. The Marvin Group, a leading defense contractor, plays a crucial role in the development and manufacturing of various systems for military aerospace and vehicles. Based in Southern California near the Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group consists of Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) and Marvin Land Systems (MLS). Marvin Engineering designs and produces military Alternate Mission Equipment. Marvin Test Solutions designs and manufactures armament Test Equipment. Marvin Land Systems specializes in the design and build of power and thermal management systems. For over 60 years we have maintained "A Tradition of Excellence", serving as a trusted source for our unwavering commitment to supporting all branches of the Department of Defense and our global allies. Our collaboration extends across a diverse array of programs and platforms, including major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.
Position Summary:
Responsible to provide direction for the completion of developing test practices, and to ensure compliance to contractual test requirements through the development of: processes, plans, procedures, automation, electrical, and mechanical testing devices and fixtures to execute product testing. Assist and on occasion lead in test project and support in the development of new project test readiness review and supports project to completion.
The ideal candidate would be a highly-skilled electrical engineer with excellent mechanical aptitude, who is a practical problem-solver and innovator, and has a thorough understanding of the use of various tools and equipment for testing. The candidate needs the ability to work with everything from hand sketches to detailed CAD models to design/fabricate close-tolerance parts, as well as jigs and fixtures.
Responsibilities:
Assist and on occasion lead in test project: design, development, training, and production release. Ensures proper test-related documentation is completed, verified, and approved. Includes test processes, equipment, test programs and fixtures.
Proficient at preparing and compiling test reports including: data analysis, results, test validation / verification.
Writes test plans and test procedures that meets product requirements utilizing VCRM; trains test personnel and verifies training effectiveness.
Performs the set-up, calibration, testing and troubleshooting of: test systems, circuits, components, harnesses, instruments, and mechanical assemblies.
Performs test incident / failure and root cause analysis, implements corrective action, and verifies effectiveness of corrective action
Demonstrates time management and communication utilizing tools and processes to complete tasks and projects on time.
Reads and understands: technical drawings, procedures, and Mil-Spec industry standards
Prepares, performs and compiles reports for tests including data analysis, results, test validation / verification
Develop and utilize technical knowledge of product line testing and proactively collaborates with stakeholders to share and gain knowledge and solve problems.
Support the development of new test program test readiness review.
Skills / Requirements:
Maintain awareness and understanding of documents published in the QMS Library.
4-year electrical engineering degree or equivalent, & 3 or more years of experience in a closely related technical field with mechanical engineering experience
Hands-on experience with operation of Signal Generators, Power Meters, Oscilloscopes, Hi-Pot Testers & Cable Harness Testers
Experience with EMI, RF, Analog, Digital Circuits in relation to test development; understanding of hardware test requirements for volume manufacturing
Experience with developing production test systems
Advanced schematic interpretation
Ability to use precision measuring devices
Solid documentation, organization, attention to details, and record keeping
Ability to prioritize and organize tasks daily to meet deadline
Knowledge and ability to comprehend engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Demonstrated experience with customers' relations: strong communication skills
Comprehensive knowledge of equipment utilized for testing, data acquisition, and programming languages such as C, C++, and/or LabVIEW
Execution of tests in accordance with the quality system
Knowledgeable of manufacturing processes and procedures
Understanding of RF, Analog, Digital Circuits in relation of test development, understanding of hardware test requirements for volume manufacturing
Theory knowledge
Mid-level skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Salary Ranges:
Test Engineer II: $70K - $130K (Based on experience, skills, and education)