Electrical Test Engineer

Position Overview (Summary/Objective):

As an Electrical Test Engineer, this person will provide program support in reviewing test requirements, recommending appropriate test methods and ensuring that the test program meets the requirements provided by each program. Test Engineering is responsible for design and release of specialized tooling, providing test procedures, collecting data and troubleshooting for the appropriate Engineering disciplines. Design of specialized test equipment and software used to monitor and test hardware is required.  This position is for a Test Engineer in the Danbury Facility. We welcome applicants at varying experience levels. 

 

Responsibilities:

Our product line needs additional engineering in the test area supporting the manufacturing and test processes. In this position the candidate will support the Manufacturing and Electrical Engineering groups with board testing and trouble shooting at various levels of assembly. Test tooling design, generation and updating of test procedures and drawings will be required. This role may also assist with testing of space hardware in thermal vacuum, vibration and temperature chambers in the Environmental test facility.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years with previous internship experience in electrical engineering or related field
• Orcad, AutoCad, LabView, PdmLink, MATLAB

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with troubleshooting CCA’s at the component level
• Experience analyzing electronic component datasheets to support troubleshooting efforts and part obsolescence
• Review and analysis of test data
• Utilize test equipment software to assist with debug and provide test equipment support
• Ability to analyze test data failures supporting troubleshooting
• Prior history of working with Manufacturing and Engineering teams

Use of Power supplies, DMM’s, Oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems

 

Location:

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

 

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Continuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

 

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions, occasionally operate tools and/or machinery with hands and arms and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. The employee will use protective equipment when working with chemicals, move between workstations, reach, and replace equipment, and move items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

 Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

 

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. The form contained in this link will provide insight into the information the government requests as part of the clearance process. https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf.

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

 

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.