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The Copley Consulting Group
Engineer Systems Test 2
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What they do
An Electrical Test Engineer develops tests and runs them on products that use electronic systems and components.
$100,565 / year median in Minnesota
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Position:
Systems Test Engineer Location:
Plymouth, MN About the Role We are seeking a Systems Test Engineer II to join our Systems Test Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the testing and validation of advanced electromechanical and electronic systems through a variety of environmental, mechanical, electromagnetic, and reliability test activities. You will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure products meet performance, safety, and quality requirements throughout the development lifecycle. What You'll Do- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for system-level qualification and validation activities.
- Coordinate with internal and external test facilities to schedule and support test execution.
- Provide onsite oversight during testing activities and ensure tests are conducted according to established procedures.
- Perform a variety of environmental and laboratory tests, including: Climatic testing, Vibration testing, Mechanical shock testing, Electromagnetic Effects (EME) testing, Bench testing of electronic systems, Safety and reliability testing
- Collect, analyze, and interpret test data using engineering analysis tools.
- Prepare detailed test reports and present findings to engineering and program stakeholders.
- Troubleshoot test-related issues and support root cause investigations and failure analysis activities.
- Support data collection, reduction, analysis, visualization, and presentation efforts.
- Safely work with specialized test articles and hardware following established procedures and training requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to improve product performance and test methodologies.
- Travel as required to support test activities and customer needs. Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience with engineering data analysis and technical problem-solving.
- Proficiency with analytical and data processing tools such as: Microsoft Excel, MATLAB, Python/SciPy or similar data analysis tools.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to analyze complex technical data and generate clear, concise reports.
- Willingness to work in laboratory and test environments, including hands-on testing activities. Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with one or more of the following testing disciplines:
- Environmental/Climatic Testing
- Vibration Testing
- Mechanical Shock Testing
- Electromagnetic Effects (EME) Testing
- Insensitive Munitions (IM) Testing
- Experience operating test instrumentation such as:
- Oscilloscopes
- Digital Multimeters (DMMs)
- Data Acquisition Systems (DAQ)
- Other electronic test equipment
- Knowledge of energetic systems, components, materials, or related testing methodologies.
- Familiarity with applicable industry and military test standards, including
MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-331, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, MIL-S-901, MIL-STD-2105, JOTP-052, JOTP-053
- Experience working with commercial, government, or third-party test facilities supporting environmental, electromagnetic, or specialized testing programs.