Principal Test Engineer
Company: Leonardo DRS
Location: Cypress
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link The Electro Optical
Infrared -Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations
in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS
develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical
solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne -platforms. We
offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive
salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards
performance. - -Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the
world's bravest.Position SummaryDRS Network & Imaging Systems in
Cypress, CA is part of the Electro-Optical and Infrared Systems
Group of Leonardo DRS and has over 30 years of experience in
designing and developing electro-optical/infrared systems for
surveillance and targeting applications. We are seeking a Principal
Test Engineer to join the company in the development of strategic
space and weather systems.Basic Qualifications and Required
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering or
related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience; MS
degree in Engineering preferred
- -Ability to obtain and retain a security clearance is
required
- Electro-Optical Systems Testing and Measurements with expertise
in the following: -
- Requirements Verification Methods and Processes (flow down of
requirements into test methods and procedures) Test Plan, Test
Procedure and Test Report development
- Hands on Integration and Testing activities (System operation,
System Calibration, Data taking, troubleshooting, fault
analysis)
- Knowledge of Optical Systems, detectors, cameras, telescopes
including Visible and Infrared wavelengths
- Optical Systems measurements and data processing including
Optical MTF, Detector Noise, Optical Boresight measurements,
Optical Field of View
- Experience with test equipment: Collimators, Interferometers,
Thermal Chambers and Vibration Tables
- Experience with MatLab, ImageJ, MathCad and MSOffice
- Emphasis on Matlab scripting for automated data processingJob
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity
on time and budget
- Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of
products, systems or subsystems
- Ability to complete a technical project independently -
- Mentor and coach other engineers. -
- Review customer specifications and requirements, and develop
designs to best support them, including cost as a key design
variable
- Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design
assignments
- Document component and subsystem specifications and material
requirements
- Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and
services
- Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture
requirements
- Develop prototypes to retire key development risks
- Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing,
supply chain, program management and the customer as required
- Participate heavily in preparation of the more complex and
significant proposals
- Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers
and support personnel
- Interact with technical management, other professionals,
technicians and support personnel to coordinate, recommend and
confer regarding technical activities and progress
- Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values
and culture of the organization
- Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business
meetings
- Mentor and coach less-experienced engineers
- Involved with the design and development of test programs to
measure the functionality and integrity of products and services.
Write test procedures and protocols to assess product reliability
and evaluates the ability of products to meet performance standards
and specifications. Debug test hardware and software. -Working
ConditionsNormal for an office environment. Work may require
occasional weekend and/or evening work and local travel.In
Accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible
that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate
disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which
may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others
or which impose undue hardships on the organization.The pay scale
for this position is $110,082/year - $170,903/year. The pay scale
information is a general guideline only. Several factors can
influence the pay scale for a position including but not limited
to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage
rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location,
business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the
position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal
equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such
as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and
competencies, education/training, and certifications. -Taking care
of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to
offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including
medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a
health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability
insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion
wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial
well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and
activities to support career-growth, professional development, and
skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than
work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with
our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave,
paid parental leave, and community service hours. -
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits onlyLeonardo DRS,
Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity
employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability
status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by law. #EOISOur MissionTo build shareholder value
through a commitment to high ethical standards and a superior
performance culture focused on customers, employees, financial
results and corporate citizenship.Our VisionTo be the leading
mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.Our ValuesOur
employees appreciate a culture of open honest communications, and
fair and equitable treatment. We accomplish this through:INTEGRITY.
At Leonardo DRS ethics and accountability always comes first.
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE. We set high standards of performance for
ourselves and others. We consistently deliver excellent products
and services. We adhere to quality levels demanded by our
customers. We assume responsibility and accountability to achieve
excellence. We settle for nothing less.CUSTOMER FOCUS. We go above
and beyond to meet customer needs, and work to create long-term
relationships with our customers.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION. We accept unconditionally the value
that every individual has to offer. We embrace different points of
view. We continually foster an environment that enables all
employees to contribute to their full potential. We cooperate
together as a diverse workforce serving a diverse population.
INNOVATION. At Leonardo DRS, innovation is in our DNA. We have
built this company through the innovative ideas of our employees
and continue to foster an environment that rewards new ideas to
help our government and military customers save lives, solve
critical problems and modernize to ensure mission success for years
to come.Leonardo DRS, Inc. is committed -
to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels
valued. We are committed to building a workplace where equal
employment opportunities are available to all applicants and
employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
applicable law. At Leonardo DRS, we believe that a diverse and
inclusive environment makes us a stronger Company. We embrace
different points of view, respect one another in the workplace, and
understand that an inclusive environment furthers creativity,
innovation, and business performance. -
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