Sustaining Test Engineer

Company: Fortive Corporation
Location: Beaverton
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Maintain and continuously improve the performance and reliability of test applications for BGA packaged components, RF modules, and wafer sort test applications. Support the design, qualification and maintenance of RF and precision Analog test Systems.

• Continually improve uptime of laser trimmers, package handlers, mechanical fixtures, and wafer probers with automated test equipment application software
• Build, Verify and troubleshoot analog and radio frequency (RF) test systems and devices under test
• Ensure compliance with quality systems by writing documentation and conducting training of operators and technicians
• Validate test applications meet customer specified requirements
• Document and Communicate details about test applications
• Analyze Test Results
• Participate in peer reviews and ensure compliance with quality system requirements for military and aerospace industry customers
• Optimize in test and factory automation
• Design automated test applications for qualification, and production testing
• Troubleshoot problems with hardware using test equipment and system documents such as schematics and layout cad files.
• Maintain software for test and automation
• Sub-system sustainment, including interactions between electrical, mechanical, and digital sub-systems.Job requirementsQualified candidates will be inventive, analytical thinkers who are able to solve open-ended problems. Successful candidates will work well in a team environment and take on technical leadership roles. They will excel in written/verbal communication and meet the following:Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.Desired Qualifications:
    • Proven ability to develop quality control measures such as poka-yoke, preventative maintenance planning and corrective action resolution
    • Experience with electronics hardware design, manufacturing or electrical component test or 2 years or more experience writing softwareRequired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
      • Flexibility Must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
      • Effectiveness Must possess a high level of self-motivation and initiative; Effectively prioritize and follow through on assignments and projects
      • Troubleshooting/Debug Experience troubleshooting electronic and mechanical systems
      • Communication Excellent communication skills and teamwork; Possess strong written and oral communication skills
      • Schematics Ability to use schematics to conduct fault isolation
      • Tools - experience with Windows Office Suite (including word processing, spreadsheet software, project planning, presentation, e-mail and flow charts)Preferred:
        • Mastery of RF test methods utilizing various equipment such as vector network analyzers (VNA), spectrum analyzers, amplifiers, noise sources, power sensors, power meters, vector and scalar signal generators.
        • RF and optical transmitter, receiver, sampler, and transceiver test development
        • Software Development Experience, preferably for RF testing
        • Experience with wafer sort applications using ACCRETECH/TSK, TEL and Cascade Microtech wafer probers
        • Continuous Improvement Experience interacting with engineering on continuous improvement projects; Experience with analytical problem-solving skills to solve technical problems
        • Schematics Ability to use computer aided software to design simple circuits using schematic capture software
        • Printed circuit board (PCB) layout experience
        • Quality Experience in a regulated environment, such as ISO and AS9100
        • SW programming with languages such as Delphi PASCAL, C++, C, MATLAB, and Python
        • Experience with test equipment such as: VNA, Oscilloscopes, source meters, precision digital multi-meters, power supplies, power meters, BER Testers, and switching matrixes
        • Lean Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
        • ERP/MRP System Understanding of Oracle data base data entry and analysisPhysical Demands:
          • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to stand; walk; balance; crouch, stoop, twist, kneel, use hands to finger, handle, grasp, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, some overhead push/pull an average of 50 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to lift more than 50 lbs.; climb; twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Employee will occasionally operate forklift and various lifts/hoists.Fortives essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. Were a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potentialyour ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.At Fortive, we believe in growth. Were honest about whats working and what isnt, and we never stop improving and innovating.Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.Ready to move your career forward? Find out more at careers.fortive.com.Tektronix is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of whats possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Our work accelerates technological breakthroughs that are revolutionizing culture and industry worldwide. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. Realize your true potential at Tektronix join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow.Due to US Department of Commerce export control regulations governing technical data of Tektronix products, Tektronix needs to know the citizenship of all its employees. Note that US Citizenship is not required for most positions. Hired candidates will be asked to bring proof of citizenship (passport, birth certificate, green card, visa or similar) on their first day of work.We Are an Equal Opportunity EmployerFortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should ask to speak with a Human Resources representative to request an accommodation.

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