Principal Architect, Manufacturing Test Engineering

Radar Reinvented.Echodyne offers the world’s first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).Echodyne is seeking a Principal Architect, Manufacturing Test Engineering to join our fast-growing team. ROLE OVERVIEWAs a Principal Architect of the Manufacturing Test processes, you will be responsible for defining the vision, architecture and strategic direction of the manufacturing test infrastructure to support multiple products across their lifecycle. You will establish scalable, robust, and data-driven test architectures that enable manufacturing operations to deliver high-quality products at volume. As a Principal Architect you will partner closely with R&D, NPI, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing Operations, Software, Systems, Hardware, and Supply Chain teams to ensure that test strategies are designed into products and manufacturing processes from early development through production.The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in manufacturing test engineering, test architecture, automation, hardware/software integration, data systems, and high-volume manufacturing with the ability to influence technical decisions across multiple organizations. RESPONSIBILITIESDefine the architecture and technical roadmap for manufacturing test systemsDevelop scalable test strategies to support a product from the NPI build to full mass production and sustaining phasesDefine the appropriate balance of structural, functional, performance, reliability, environmental, calibration, and inspection test strategiesEstablish common and scalable test frameworks, interfaces, standards, and design patterns for manufacturing testsDrive design-for-testability (DFT) and design-for-manufacturability (DFM) requirements into new product development.Ensure test architectures support global manufacturing scalability and product variantsDefine manufacturing test processes and methods for new radar technologiesServe as the technical authority for complex manufacturing test architecture and system-level decisionsLead resolution of difficult technical problems involving hardware, software, instrumentation, fixtures, automation, and manufacturing systemsEvaluate emerging test technologies and determine their applicability to manufacturing test processesDrive integration between test systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES), product lifecycle systems, quality systems, and data platforms.Define manufacturing test data architectures that enable traceability, analytics, and continuous improvement.Enable data-driven analysis of first-pass yield, test escapes, false failures, cycle time, downtime, and process capability to drive continuous improvement projectsPartner with Product Engineering and NPI teams from early product development through production releaseIdentify testability risks early and develop mitigation strategiesProvide technical direction during prototype, EVT/DVT/PVT, pilot, and production ramp phasesDrive standardization while allowing appropriate flexibility for site-specific manufacturing requirementsEstablish appropriate controls for test equipment calibration, measurement integrity, software configuration, and data traceabilitySupport root-cause analysis of manufacturing defects and customer escapesEnsure test systems are designed for maintainability, repeatability, and long-term production supportInfluence engineering and business leaders without direct organizational authorityFacilitate test architecture reviews and drive alignment across Hardware, Software, Firmware, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, and NPIWrite technical documentation to meet the Quality requirements and create a solid knowledge baseMentor senior and principal-level engineers and develop technical talent across the organizationREQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCEPh.D, M.S., B.S, C.S, or equivalent Engineering degree in a technical field15+ or more years of experience in electronics manufacturing and testProven technical leadership driving manufacturing test projects from design to deploymentProven experience designing and developing manufacturing test HW and SW solutions for different product integration levelsExperience designing manufacturing test strategies end to end from component and board level tests to full system level testingStrong experience with test instrumentation, data acquisition, measurement systems, and production test equipmentStrong technical knowledge of test techniques and methodsPrevious experience defining testability and manufacturability requirements of electronic productsStrong communication skillsDESIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE (Looking for one or more as a complement to the core skills) In-depth knowledge of RF circuits and RadarsGeneral project management skillsLinux/Unix experiencePrevious experience with manufacturing processes of radarsKnowledge of statistical process control, measurement system analysis, and Design of ExperimentsExperience with machine vision, robotics, automated inspection, or AI/ML-based manufacturing test.Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO/IEC 17025, or other applicable quality and calibration standards, depending on industryExperience with cloud-based manufacturing data architectureEchodyne’s technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant’s eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations.  Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S. WHAT WE OFFERThis is an exempt role.The expected annual salary range for this role is$180,000—$224,000 USDIf your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that’s a great fit for you!We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:RSU (Restricted Stock Units)Generous Benefits:Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSAVirtual Care – 98Point6Employee Assistance ProgramMental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)Travel Assistance InsuranceCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short & Long Term DisabilityFlexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)401(k) matchPet InsurancePrepaid Legal ProgramCommuter BenefitsPaid Company HolidaysAll qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.