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Data and Controls Test Engineer

Description:
PDS Tech is currently seeking a Data and Controls Test Engineer for our client in Santa Cruz, CA

Overview

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Testing team to develop the data acquisition, controls and hardware/software interface tools needed to perform and automate structural, environmental, and functional tests of flight-critical components and subsystems for VTOL electric aircraft. The data collected during these tests will inform the company’s hardware design efforts and pave the way to production-ready hardware. The team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals, operating in a very fast-paced and rewarding environment. We are looking to expand this team with like-minded individuals looking to make a mark in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities
Work in a small team to develop a test software ecosystem that allows for automation of new and existing testing platforms, using NI LabView and a variety of industry and proprietary platforms.
Develop instrumentation and controls hardware, test fixture GUI, LabView VIs and any other necessary tools to enable test execution and automation.
Specify, review, and incorporate new types of data acquisition instruments into the data pipeline.
Analyze data collected during the tests to generate reports to provide quantifiable feedback to the engineering teams that will allow them to optimize their designs.
Help to guide the architecture of testing software to help smooth the transition from R&D testing into manufacturing acceptance testing.
Qualifications - External
Required
B.S. in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering or relevant discipline
5+ years of relevant work experience
Experience with data acquisition hardware such as ammeters, foil strain gauges, accelerometers, load cells, thermistors, transducers, etc. (including sensor installation)
Fluent in using LabVIEW for data collection, automation, and control
Experience using LabView for data collection and Diadem/MATLAB for data processing
Experience using scripting languages to build and integrate complex software systems
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
Hands-on attitude with strong analytical background
Pursuant to various local, state, and federal regulations, you must show proof of your full COVID-19 vaccination status prior to your start date. Exemption requests are available for bona fide religious and medical circumstances.
Desired
M.S./Ph.D. in relevant discipline
Experience with industrial test laboratory environments and procedures
Experience with NI TestStand & Knowledge of NI Hardware
Hands-on machine shop skills using lathe, mill, welder, and other machine shop equipment
Experience with high voltage electronics.
Experience testing aircraft composite structures.
Experience testing aircraft mechanical systems.
Aerospace and rapid prototyping experience
Experience working with LabVIEW Real Time for control and data acquisition
 
Job Number: 2210150907
Job Location: Santa Cruz, CA
Rate: Open
Per Diem: Split
Overtime: Possible
Duration: 6 mos
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 05/06/2022
Last Updated: 07/13/2022
Firm Name: PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention: Joe Cairney
Address: TIME SQUARE 660 BUILDING
660 SW 39TH ST STE 215

City, State: RENTON, WA 98057
Phone: 206/763-2840
800 Phone: 800/678-8644
Fax Phone: 206/763-3283
Website: www.pdstech.com

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