Research and Development Test Engineer

Motorola Solutions

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Work type: On-site
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Salary: $85,000–$130,000 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MSI) is a leading American technology company providing mission-critical communications, video security, and analytics for public safety and enterprise customers.

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TL;DR · Research and Development Test Engineer

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Silvus Technologies is hiring a Research and Development (R&D) Test Engineer to join their R&D team at the headquarters in West Los Angeles, CA. This role involves developing and maintaining testing infrastructure for Silvus’ MANET radios and other wireless products, working closely with the R&D and Engineering teams to validate new designs through lab and field tests using advanced instruments like signal generators and spectrum analyzers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field along with 3 years of experience in embedded firmware development, scripting, and proficiency in C/C++, Python, and embedded Linux. Experience with networked testing systems and radio communication system testing is preferred. This position requires occasional domestic travel for demonstrations and experimentation.

Skills

C C++ Python MATLAB Linux Windows Signal generators Spectrum analyzers Logic analyzers

What you'll do

Conduct comprehensive lab testing using wireless channel emulators and other instruments.
Implement and maintain automated testing software for wireless communication systems.
Validate new designs by understanding performance requirements and expected system behaviors.
Troubleshoot and qualify new radio communication technologies in practical environments.
Assist R&D teams in developing testing infrastructure and performing demonstrations.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in embedded firmware development and testing.
Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and scripting for embedded Linux systems.
Experience with lab instruments like signal generators and spectrum analyzers.
Proven ability to work on wireless communication system testing and validation.

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