Provides hands-on engineering support for PCBA and RF/microwave production. Leads troubleshooting, root cause analysis, corrective actions, yield improvement, product testing, and design-to-production transitions. Supports embedded systems and hardware/software debugging, LRIP, DFM/DFT practices, process improvements, and resolution of complex digital, RF, analog, and baseband hardware issues while collaborating across engineering and manufacturing teams.
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At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Staff Product Test Engineer to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment, and are passionate about circuit theory, troubleshooting, and truly enjoying discovering the root cause when problems arise, we would like to hear from you.
In this position, you will provide engineering support and practical problem-solving in a dynamic, high-paced production setting. This role focuses on ensuring product performance, yield optimization, and reliability through direct support of manufacturing operations. You will drive root cause analysis, lead design-to-production transitions, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues and continuously improve processes.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide hands-on technical support for PCBA and RF/microwave products during production, ensuring smooth manufacturing operations.
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis of PCBA and RF-related production issues, including yield losses, test failures, and product deviations.
- Support hardware/software debugging of digital logic, embedded systems, and mixed-signal interfaces.
- Support Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and transition to consistent production.
- Review designs, drawings, and working plans to improve products and manufacturing process, including Root Cause and Corrective Action for production support problems.
- Perform engineering work and applied research with Test Equipment group to ensure quality standards and functional objectives are met.
- Collaborate with design engineering teams to influence DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Test) practices.
- Drive process improvements to enhance product performance, reduce costs, and increase throughput.
- Provide hands-on engineering guidance and real-time problem-solving within a fast-paced production environment.
- Monitor yields, test margin and resolution of technical issues impacting production.
- Investigate and propose solutions to complex problems involving the design and production of complex digital, RF, and baseband communications hardware (Digital, RF, and analog circuitry).
- Lead problem containment and structured root cause & corrective action investigations.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience supporting a production environment.
- Experience in the design, production and test of microwave communications hardware and assemblies.
- Strong knowledge of PCB-level debugging, embedded systems, and hardware/software integration.
- Excellent troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate across functional teams with a proactive approach to addressing technical challenges on the production floor.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or industrial electronics industries.
- This position crosses the boundaries between Engineering and Operations – Expertise in both domains is desired.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
CesiumAstro Austin, Texas, USA Office
13215 Bee Cave Pkwy, Austin, TX, United States, 78738
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