Associate Research and Development Test Engineer

About the Role

Motorola Solutions, a subsidiary of Silvus Technologies, is seeking an Associate Research and Development (R&D) Test Engineer to join a talented group focused on "Keeping Our Heroes Connected." This role is part of the R&D team responsible for developing testing infrastructure and conducting comprehensive testing, vetting, and demonstration of Silvus’ MANET radios and other wireless products and technologies. This position is fully onsite at Silvus Technologies’ HQ in West Los Angeles.

Key Responsibilities

• Wireless communication system test operation, implementation, and maintenance.
• Assist in the maintenance, design, and implementation of testing software for automated testing and logging.
• Collaborate with R&D and Engineering teams to understand performance requirements and expected system behaviors.
• Validate and assist in troubleshooting and qualification of new designs.
• Conduct lab testing using wireless channel emulators and other instruments.
• Conduct field testing to qualify system performance in a practical environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Travel Requirements: Occasional domestic travel away from the office, including overnight, to support experimentation and demonstration of cutting-edge technology.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Familiarity and experience working with testing embedded systems.
• Exposure to the use of radio frequency instruments such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and channel emulators.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3 years of experience in electronics work environment; OR an Associate degree with 1 year of experience; OR a Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university or college.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven experience in programming using C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.
• Exposure to networked testing systems.
• Experience in testing embedded radio communication systems.
• General understanding of working in both Windows and Linux operating systems.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Office environment.
• Trade shows.
• Outdoor environment for demonstrations.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
• Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for demonstration and testing set-up.
• Perform bending and reaching movements.
• Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.