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Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States’ undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals tackle some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.
Job Summary
Test Engineer II is responsible for requirements definition, development, coding, integration, verification and validation of software‑controlled hardware for custom functional test systems used for product testing.
Responsibilities and Tasks
- Review and understand product specification documents
- Create a Statement of Work
- Formulate test plans to functionally test and or calibrate the product to meet requirements
- Create Test System Block Diagrams
- Provide pseudo code / process of events / tests (Flow Charts) for design review
- Create list of COTS equipment and materials needed for test system
- Create Electrical Schematics for I / F Panels and cables
- Provide conceptual mechanical ideas for test fixtures
- Provide pseudo code / process of events / tests for Software Module Development
- Write Coding S / W in NI Lab‑Windows CVI
- Write TP, ATP, IQ, OQ, PQ, TMV documents
- Submit Test Engineering Change Requests to Configuration Management
- Provide technical support to the manufacturing test support group
- Development, integration, verification and validation of automated functional test systems for product testing
- Identify internal and external customer test requirements and specifications. Develop product test plans, scenarios, scripts, and procedures to optimize output, usability, manufacturability, and product flow
- Work closely with other engineering functional areas in a concurrent engineering product development environment
- Perform troubleshoot and repair operations on automated functional test systems and related complex electrical, mechanical, and software tasks
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications
4‑year degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or related field OR a combination of education and relevant experienceA minimum of 3 years of experience in designing automated test equipment systems in an electrical testing environment within a contract manufacturing or OEM environmentExperience developing test software applications using NI Lab Windows CVI and / or C# in a Windows environmentSkills and Abilities
Must have knowledge of data acquisition concepts and instrument control including complex test, measurement, calibration algorithm development, definition, and implementation of control interfaces to hardwareRequires familiarity with instrument control via GPIB, RS‑232, and LXIExperience developing test software applications using NI Lab Windows CVI in a Windows environmentKnowledge of RF systems are a plusStrong understanding of C, C++, C# or equivalent programming languagesAble to track and prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment with several simultaneous projectsAble to read, write and communicate effectively. Able to present information and respond to questions with peers, managers, clients, customers, and the general public on technical subjectsAble to follow complex schematic diagrams, assembly drawings and test specifications. Able to develop logical troubleshooting techniques based on an understanding of the product performance and test requirementsU.S. Citizenship is requiredTravel and Physical Requirements
No travel requiredThe physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loudWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands / finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 50 lbsBenefits Highlights
Healthcare
Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverageHealthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selectionsVirtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetesCompany paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are availableOn‑site wellness clinicPaid Benefits
Competitive compensation401k program to plan for your future with company match 50% up to 8%Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick)Paid parental leaveAdoption assistanceFertility and family building assistanceAdditional Benefits
Flexible work schedules available based on position :9 / 80 schedule providing every other Friday off
4 / 10s3 / 12sLifestyle spending