Senior Test Engineer

SAIC is looking for a Test Engineer to work with our team at Crane NSWC in Crane, IN. This position requires a candidate with a strong background in electronics engineering and a proven track record in designing, developing, and executing end-to-end tests for complex, high-speed digital and RF systems. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of test methodologies and hands-on experience with a wide range of test equipment and processes, including:

• Developing test code routines, Interface Test Adapters (ITAs), Operational Test Program Hardware, and all associated documentation
• Developing each Test Program Set (TPS) as a screen-only or fault detection test in accordance with established requirements
• Creating stimulus and response test vectors to achieve fault detection ratings using Logic Automated Stimulus and Response (LASAR) simulation software
• Designing hardware and software interface devices to integrate Weapons Replaceable Assemblies (WRAs) and/or Shop Replaceable Assemblies (SRAs) with Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
• Developing operator instructions for each electronic Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) and delivering them in electronic media format"
• Provide life cycle sustainment support to existing TPSs, including corrections, modifications, and enhancements required to repair and maintain airborne or surface electronic systems and modules 
• Support EW test systems including: 
  • CASS
  • Spectrum 9100
  • EW Common Test Bench
  • EW Custom Test Bench
  • Any other test benches requiring support
• Develop, modify, and update electronic test, troubleshooting, diagnostic, and environmental screening capability for EW systems, subsystems, equipment, and components.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in an electronics engineering role, with a focus on testing and validation.
• Expert-level programming skills in NI LabVIEW.
• Extensive experience with high-speed digital and RF test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators).
• Strong understanding of digital and RF principles.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and running automated test systems and Software.

  • Programming Languages:  C, C++, C#, L200, ATLAS, LabVIEW, Visual Basic

  • Test Executives:  TestStand, TestStudio

  • Simulation Software: LASAR

  • Additional Software: Lab Windows, LABView

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience with other programming languages such as Python or C++.
• Familiarity with various communication protocols (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, DDR).
• Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) or Certified LabVIEW Architect (CLA).