R&d Test Technician

Saronic · Defense · Austin, TX · Engineering

This role involves working with engineers to improve existing multi-disciplinary systems for autonomous vehicle concepts and prototypes. Responsibilities include assembling and testing mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software systems, building functional prototypes, installing instrumentation, following procedures for software/firmware updates, collecting data, operating and monitoring testing, maintaining logs, and collaborating with engineers to interpret results and implement corrective actions. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and experience with electromechanical systems, diagnostics, and fabrication.

What you'd actually do

  1. Work with technical teams and independently to problem solve and execute tasks
  2. Assemble and integrate mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies
  3. Rapidly and independently building functional prototypes for use in the lab or in the field
  4. Install instrumentation and sensors and connect to data acquisition (DAQ) hardware.
  5. Follow testing plans and procedures to collect the data

Skills

Required

  • 3+ years of experience working with electromechanical systems from small to large scales
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Field experience operating, maintaining, diagnosing, testing, and repairing electro-mechanical systems.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and schematics.
  • Proficiency and experience in using tools and equipment for integration, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting electronic and mechanical systems
  • Proficiency with mechanical measurement tools, hand tools, power tools, and fabrication
  • Proficiency with torque specifications, torque tools, torque processes, and documentation
  • Proficiency with electrical measurement tools, cable and harness making and repair.

Nice to have

  • Associate's degree or equivalent technical certification in electronics, mechatronics, or a related field.
  • Experience working with autonomous systems, unmanned vehicles, or defense technologies.
  • Marine systems experience including surface, subsurface, and deep sea.
  • Maritime operations including offshore support
  • Familiarity with embedded systems, sensors, and controllers used in autonomous vessels.
  • Knowledge of software tools for electrical system testing and diagnostics.
  • Sensor and data acquisition scaling and system op-check
  • Familiarity with Vehicle Diagnostic Software such as OBD II or similar
  • Experience with large diesel engines and drivetrains including installing, maintaining, startup, and shutdown ideally with marine propulsion and electrical power generation
  • Experience working with hydraulic or pressurized fluid systems and knowledge of hydraulic system technology.
  • Experience with installing, integrating, and maintaining high voltage equipment.