Test Engineer

Description

Spartronics is more than just a company. We have great facilities, a dedicated and talented team, tremendous capacity and capabilities, and longstanding customers who need us. Now, it’s all about driving forward with a winning strategy that builds on our strengths to create growth for our - customers, shareholders and employees. As an Electronic Manufacturing Services provider, we strive to meet and exceed our mission to be the preferred provider of fail-safe electronics solutions that save lives and protect what matters the most.

At Spartronics, we're not just building products, we build products lives depend on. As an electronic manufacturing services (EMS) provider for the commercial aerospace, defense, medical device, life science, and industrial markets, we work to deliver products of the highest quality and reliability.

Our organization provides comprehensive contract manufacturing services, ranging from printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) and subsystem integration to full-box build (high-level assemblies). We also offer value-added services from early-stage engineering support to manufacturing testing, design for excellence and sustaining engineering for the full product lifecycle. With over $500 million in revenue, approximately 1,700 dedicated employees, and manufacturing resources strategically located worldwide, our manufacturing network spans the United States and Vietnam. To learn more about our sites, please visit https://www.spartronics.com/locations.

Why Join Us:

When you become a part of Spartronics, you're joining a team of dedicated and talented individuals who share a common goal - to win as one. We value talent, innovation, and a hunger for growth. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work with industry leaders in Aerospace & Defense, Medical & Life Science, and Industrial markets where our customers put full trust in us to deliver the most complex, highly regulated products that have to work the first time, every time.

Job Title: Test Engineer

Location: Watertown, SD (works on-site)

About the Role:

As a Test Engineer at Spartronics you'll be responsible for development of test programs, fixtures and implementation of test methods for the Production Test Department to ensure proper functionality before the product is used. Your contributions will help us continue our journey towards Winning as One: One company. One team. One purpose. One plan. One culture.

What a Day Looks Like:

• Review Customer Product Drawings and Test Requirements, Specifications, user documentation, help files and other project documentation to supply test as required.
• Review customer engineering changes and implement into production test as required.
• Support all aspects of the Test required to support the Customer Drawing/Test Requirements per their documentation, defining the test method and providing Production Test support of the Test method.
• Work with Test/QA Analysts and Developers to ensure that all aspects of the system have proper testing coverage including overall system reliability, performance, and quality.
• Provide testing management for ongoing projects and future initiatives.
• The Test Engineer will deliver effective and efficient testing solutions by meeting key project milestones and overall project deliverables on time, and adhering to development and quality standards
• Understand how automation is required for application analysis.
• Analyze the testing needs and develop testing strategy and plans.
• Review and approve test plans, scenarios, scripts or procedures such as database impacts, software scenarios or usability.
• Review software documentation to ensure technical accuracy, compliance or completeness and/or to mitigate risks.
• Ensure application documentation is complete and maintained/updated in a timely fashion.
• Adhere to the documented Quality management system
• Provide key support in customer quality and efficiency efforts by working with support teams to improve cycle times and reduce defects.
• Participate in technical assignments involving minimizing the manufacturability and maintaining timely product flow for assigned product(s).
• Participate in selecting, implementing, and maintaining efficient test equipment and procedures for assigned product(s).
• Develop and revise test process specifications using failure analysis and effective corrective action processes.
• Perform design for testability reviews to verify/improve product introduction.
• Interface effectively with other organizations such as suppliers, purchasing, component engineering, and customer service as needed.
• All duties as assigned. 

Safety: Ensure all assignments are performed in compliance with applicable Federal, State and company safety and health regulations, and where applicable, proper personal protective equipment is utilized.

Requirements

To Excel in this role, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering field or related degree with progressive experience in automated test or other job-related experience deemed acceptable by the hiring team.
• Minimum of 4 years engineering experience in the EMS or OEM field supporting printed circuit board assembly development and processes are preferred.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills driven by attention to detail.
• Strong DFM and NPI skills.
• Excellent analytical skills using Six Sigma and Lean Principles.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and control principles and practices.
• Full color vision is an essential job requirement. Color identification test may be required pre-hire.
• Self-motivated and self-managed.

Our Commitment: At Spartronics, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Our culture at Spartronics values accountability, unity, respect, and transparency. These winning values are the lifeblood of our business. We embrace diversity through people who believe in these values. Embracing our employees’ differences enables us to be a stronger team.

Join Our Journey: If you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win, while we build products lives depend on.

Our Benefits:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Medical plan options include 3 High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). By completing an annual Wellness Exam, we contribute $1000 (single) or $2000 (family) to an HSA.
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose (dental and vision only)
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Company-paid life insurance and disability at 1 times your annual salary at no cost to you, with options to increase coverage amounts
• 401k with a company match of 50% to every dollar up to 6%
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance optional plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding.

How to Apply: If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you're excited about joining Spartronics.

Spartronics is an equal opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled 41 CFR 60-1.4.

We comply with federal Affirmative Action guidelines in all employment opportunities for qualified employees and applicants. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.