Manufacturing Automated Test Design Engineer

Silvus is seeking a Manufacturing Automated Test Design Engineer to design and implement efficient automated production line test setups and programs for wireless communication systems. This role involves creating comprehensive test plans, designing logging tools, maintaining production test stations, and collaborating with engineering and quality teams to validate new testing approaches. The engineer will also work with software development to support new features and perform basic manufacturing failure troubleshooting.

Must Have

• Design and implement comprehensive test plans to provide full coverage of wireless communication system feature sets.
• Design and implement logging and log analysis tools to capture performance.
• Take ownership of production test station design, implementation, maintenance, repair, and upgrade.
• Collaborate with RF and systems engineering teams to understand performance requirements and establish production tests.
• Partner with engineering and quality teams to validate new testing approaches for rollout to production.
• Work closely with the software development team to augment production test systems.
• Perform basic manufacturing failure troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production failures escalated to engineering.

Good to Have

• Programming with APIs for test instruments.
• Programming and scripting in Linux OS.
• Shell language such as BASH.
• MATLAB.

Perks & Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave

Company Overview

​At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Silvus Technologies was acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025, and is now part of its ecosystem of safety and security technologies.

With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.

Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silvus is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Automated Test Design Engineer that will report to the VP of Engineering on the Engineering team. The successful individual in this role will be able to design and implement efficient and streamlined automated production line test setup and programs for wireless communication systems in a manufacturing environment.

The Manufacturing Automated Test Design Engineer position will be based at Silvus Technologies’ headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA and is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement comprehensive test plans to provide full coverage of wireless communication system feature sets
• Design and implement logging and log analysis tools to capture performance of both the systems under test and the test infrastructure itself
• Take ownership of production test station design, implementation, maintenance, repair, and upgrade; continuous improvement of manufacturing test efficiency.
• Collaborate with RF and systems engineering teams to understand performance requirements and establish production tests and performance thresholds.
• Partner with engineering and quality teams to validate new testing approaches for rollout to production.
• Work closely with the software development team to augment production test systems to support rollout of new features and product configurations.
• Basic manufacturing failure troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production failures escalated to engineering.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, electronics, manufacturing, or related technical field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant test engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience in wireless/networking or an electronics manufacturing environment
• Proficient in at least one programming language (C/C++ or Python)
• Proficient with RF instruments such as signal generators and spectrum analyzers
• Demonstrated organization skill and the ability to manage multiple tasks including running multiple tests simultaneously
• Knowledgeable about automatic test equipment (ATE) implementations.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Programing with APIs for test instruments.
• Programing and scripting in Linux OS
• Shell language such as BASH
• MATLAB

COMPENSATION - $100K-$130K

The pay range is NOT a guarantee, is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, electronics, manufacturing, or related technical field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant test engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience in wireless/networking or an electronics manufacturing environment
• Proficient in at least one programming language (C/C++ or Python)
• Proficient with RF instruments such as signal generators and spectrum analyzers
• Demonstrated organization skill and the ability to manage multiple tasks including running multiple tests simultaneously
• Knowledgeable about automatic test equipment (ATE) implementations.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

Domestic

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!