Test Engineer - Boulder, United States - Weather Stream

Description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Test Engineer

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Lead RF Engineer

LOCATION: Onsite. The company HQ is Boulder, Colorado.

COMPANY INTRODUCTION

Weather Stream was founded to tackle some of the biggest problems on the planet with extreme innovation in remote sensing and data science technology. We are on a mission to be a force for good and guide humanity into a future where our society, government, and businesses are far more in tune with the environment around us. We enable new ways of managing risks and planning for extreme weather events and climate change. We do this in a commercially sustainable way where we focus on having the maximum possible impact on the citizens of earth through our business model and advancing technology.

WHY WEATHER STREAM IS A GREAT TEAM TO JOIN

We invest in our people to help them become the best they can be. We prioritize healthy company culture and an open and transparent dialogue. We work together to resolve our differences and grow collectively and as individuals. We provide leadership to a world in constant crisis by focusing on the things we can affect and engaging with societies all over the world to understand their challenges and help develop solutions where we are able to do so.

Won't you join us? We can't wait to share in this adventure of a lifetime with you

JOB SUMMARY

The Test Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, and implementation of engineering test plans and procedures. The ideal candidate possesses a strong combination of hardware and software knowledge with proficiencies in RF measurements, test equipment (VSAs, VSGs, VNAs, etc.), test architectures, and automation. The successful candidate will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to address company-wide hardware test needs.

Core day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with design and test engineering teams to develop test requirements, mapping requirements to reusable test architectures and procedures, implementing test plans and procedures, and logging and presenting results to key stakeholders. The person in this role will possess the ability to architect RF test systems, to draw insightful conclusions from test results, and to participate in "design for test" planning and review from the early stages of RF product development.

This role will stretch your creativity and challenge your abilities. No matter how extraordinary your skills are, you will still be faced with tasks that are above your current ability. We will ask you to embrace this and grow with us.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Work with the technical team to make test plans for PCBs, system level performance, integrated RF systems.
2. Develop test architectures and test systems, including equipment selection, test fixtures, data logging methodology, and interfaces.
3. Design and execute tests at the prototype, qualification, and acceptance stages.
4. Plan and execute board-level verification tests, such as high-speed signal integrity, digital link characterization, RF system performance, power supply performance, and performance over temperature.
5. Design and develop systems for testing complex integrated hardware and software, particularly for passive microwave instruments.
6. Advise the design engineering team on design-for-testability (DFT).
7. Evaluate and document test results, presenting them to key stakeholders.
8. Contribute to the continuous improvement of in-house tools, such as test software and documentation templates.
9. Perform Spectral Measurements with VNA / Spectrum Analyzer.
10. Perform integrated instrument testing with Python Scripts.
11. Interface with external bus suppliers on measured system performance as it related to the ICD.

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

1. RF Testing
2. Power Supply Measurements
3. Characterization of supply start-up transients
4. Board bring up checking power supply tolerances
5. Using electronic load to test power supply performance

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

1. Experience with Waveguide Assemblies
2. Knowledge of how to perform Y-Factor testing with Noise Source as well as LN2 / Ambient Absorber targets

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

1. B.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, or relevant engineering discipline;
2. 2+ years of relevant experience in a commercial environment.

WHO YOU ARE

1. You are a highly motivated, responsible, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and not afraid of facing complex technical challenges
2. You are a solution oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset
3. You can adapt quickly or propose changes needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion
4. You embrace challenges and take commitments and deliver results within reasonable expectations
5. You are an organized and motivated team player, with the ability to manage multiple projects while paying close attention to detail.
6. You thrive in a highly collaborative, fast paced, start-up environment.
7. You possess strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain protocol and processes to an audience with varied technological knowledge and experience.
8. You are invested in honing your interpersonal skills and investing in professional relationships.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Ability to sit for an extended period of time, up to 8 hours per day.
2. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. This job operates in a professional office environment and laboratory setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones, as well as lab equipment.
2. Normal office environment. The noise level in the work environment varies between quiet and moderate.
3. This is a full-time position, in-office. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position may require the occasional long hours and weekend work when deadlines are approaching.
4. Ability to work hybrid/remote, as approved.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

We value our employees' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive full-time salary of $75,000 - $92,000, with total compensation including stock options and benefits, plus potential to earn an annual bonus and merit increase. Weather Stream is conveniently located in central Boulder, Colorado. In addition to a great location, we offer a fantastic benefits package including:

• Health Reimbursement Account
• 401(k) / retirement plan
• Unlimited vacation for exempt employees
• Paid vacation for non-exempt employees
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time
• and more

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and INCLUSION

Weather Stream has a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural competency, because of that, we are continuously seeking to recruit individuals who will enhance this diversity and ultimately the effectiveness of our organization.

We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Weather Stream is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. For more information, please visit

If you require assistance to complete this application, please contact the Chief People Officer, Sarah Silvas, at