Senior Video Test Engineer

​ ​ Senior Video Test Engineer Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) - Torrance, CA On-site Company Overview Broadata Communications, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held California-based corporation. BCI is a leading and innovative company specializing in the development of market-driven products for the transmission of digital multimedia (video, audio, and data) over fiber. Our clients are world leaders in their industries, spanning entertainment, broadcast, medical, professional audio/video, house of worship, education, government, military, and transportation sectors. We are ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certified, with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Summary We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented, Senior Video Test Engineer to lead product-level and system-level validation and verification activities for BCI's high-performance digital multimedia products. This role focuses on developing senior-level test strategies, executing formal V&V testing, troubleshooting complex hardware, firmware, and software issues, improving test processes, and supporting product release, sustaining engineering, customer issue investigation, and regulatory compliance activities. The ideal candidate has strong experience with high-speed video interfaces, medical or professional AV products, embedded systems, test automation, root cause analysis, and formal engineering documentation. This position requires the ability to work independently, mentor junior engineers, drive test execution with minimal supervision, and communicate technical findings clearly to engineering, management, customers, and external partners. This is a hands-on role based in Torrance, CA, and is not a remote or hybrid position. We offer a fast-paced, high impact and stimulating environment with opportunities for professional growth within BCI. Veterans welcome! Key Responsibilities Lead verification, validation, troubleshooting, and testing activities for the release and maintenance of BCI and third-party hardware, firmware, and software used in high-performance digital multimedia products. Develop product-level and system-level V&V strategies, test plans, test protocols, test reports, and acceptance criteria for new products, sustaining products, engineering changes, EOL component replacement, and customer-driven product updates. Design, develop, and execute formal validation and verification testing, including interoperability, video performance, audio performance, environmental, accelerated life cycle, regression, reliability, and safety-related testing pursuant to applicable compliance requirements, including IEC 60601-related validation. Lead high-speed video interface testing and troubleshooting for HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, SDI, SDVoE, composite video, streaming video, color space, timing, synchronization, EDID, HDCP, and 4K60 video systems. Develop and improve automated test systems, scripts, fixtures, test jigs, demo systems, and lab setups to increase test coverage, repeatability, and efficiency. Perform advanced failure analysis by reviewing failure reports, reproducing complex failure modes, designing experiments, collecting objective data, and systematically localizing root cause across hardware, firmware, software, signal integrity, power, thermal, and interoperability domains. Support customer RMA investigations, field issue analysis, failure reproduction, corrective action verification, and engineering documentation required for internal and external communication. Review firmware and system behavior during testing, including watchdog behavior, event logging, task scheduler operation, status polling, video lock status, thermal status, link recovery, reboot/recovery behavior, and long-duration stability. Generate and review accurate and thorough technical documentation, including firmware/software requirements, design specifications, test protocols, test reports, test methods, process documents, user manuals, datasheets, and engineering change documentation. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior test engineers and technicians on test setup, debugging methodology, documentation quality, and formal V&V execution. Work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, software, mechanical, quality, manufacturing, and external ODM/vendor teams to resolve issues and support product release schedules. Contribute to project schedules, task breakdowns, resource planning, risk identification, and test execution priorities. Maintain and improve lab organization, including common and dedicated lab benches, test equipment, mechanical tools, 3D printers, electronics tools, cables, fixtures, ESD controls, and engineering samples. Support continuous improvement of BCI's engineering processes, V&V templates, troubleshooting procedures, test automation, lab standards, and quality system documentation. Job responsibilities within our organization are dynamic. This may not be a complete list of duties. Other responsibilities and duties may be assigned by your supervisor or upper management. Education & Experience B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field. M.S. degree preferred. 7+ years of experience in testing, validating, troubleshooting, or designing multimedia hardware, embedded systems, video products, or high-speed digital systems. Strong hands-on experience with formal verification and validation of hardware, firmware, and software products, preferably in medical device, professional AV, broadcast, defense, or other regulated/high-reliability industries. Experience creating and executing formal V&V documentation, including test plans, test protocols, test reports, traceability, acceptance criteria, and objective evidence. Strong understanding of high-speed video interfaces and protocols, including HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI, SDI, SDVoE, streaming, composite video, color spaces, video timings, synchronization, EDID, HDCP, and 4K60 systems. Hands-on experience using multimedia test equipment such as Quantum Data, Audio Precision, PHABRIX, HDMI/DP analyzers, SDI analyzers, pattern generators, and video/audio measurement equipment. Hands-on experience using standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, electronic loads, thermal chambers, and data acquisition tools. Experience with medical or regulatory test support is strongly preferred, including IEC 60601, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 61000-4-x immunity testing, ESD, EMC/EMI, environmental testing, and safety-related validation. Strong experience with Python scripting for test automation, data collection, log parsing, result analysis, and automated regression testing. Experience with bug tracking, bug scrubbing, issue prioritization, corrective action verification, and engineering change validation. Experience with printed circuit board assembly testing, cable harness production, ESD control, soldering, rework, fixture design, and mechanical/electronic assembly. Experience with multidisciplinary bring-up and debugging, including hardware, firmware, FPGA/SoC, processor, memory, power, thermal, signal integrity, and network-related issues. Working knowledge of PC setup, Windows/Linux environments, Ethernet/IP network configuration, firmware update tools, serial communication, logs, and embedded system debug interfaces. Hands-on, demonstrable experience and working knowledge of most or all of the following: High-speed video interfaces and protocols from composite video to 4K60, including HDMI, DP, DVI, SDI, SDVoE, streaming, color spaces, timing, synchronization, and interoperability testing. Multimedia test equipment such as Quantum Data, Audio Precision, PHABRIX, HDMI/DP analyzers, SDI analyzers, pattern generators, and video/audio measurement tools. Standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, thermal chambers, power supplies, and data acquisition tools. Python-based automation for complex test scripts, log parsing, regression testing, data collection, and test result reporting. Bug tracking, bug scrubbing, defect prioritization, corrective action verification, and release readiness review. Building test units, cable harnesses, fixtures, automated jigs, and demo systems using mechanical and electronic assembly. Multidisciplinary bring-up and debugging techniques across hardware, firmware, software, FPGA/SoC, networking, power, thermal, and signal integrity domains. PC Windows/Linux setup, Ethernet/IP network configuration, serial communication, firmware update tools, and embedded debug interfaces. Skills & Abilities Strong Electrical Engineering background with the ability to read, understand, review, and troubleshoot multimedia PCB schematics, block diagrams, cabling diagrams, and system architectures. Ability to understand and debug systems involving FPGA/SoC/processors, embedded firmware, memory systems, power subsystems, high-speed serial interfaces, and video/audio processing chains. Senior-level troubleshooting capability with the ability to isolate complex system failures using structured methods such as 5-Why, fishbone/Ishikawa analysis, fault tree analysis, controlled experiments, and objective data review. Ability to independently define test strategy, identify test gaps, create risk-based test coverage, and drive V&V execution from planning through final release. Strong technical communication skills with the ability to write customer-ready documentation, technical reports, root cause summaries, test reports, and management-level status updates. Ability to mentor junior engineers and technicians while also remaining hands-on with lab setup, soldering, assembly, firmware loading, test execution, and failure reproduction. Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritize multiple projects, manage aggressive deadlines, and escalate risks clearly and early. Strong ownership mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to product quality, reliability, process discipline, and continuous improvement. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams, quality teams, production teams, customers, vendors, and external development partners. Highly self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies, tools, standards, and product domains as BCI's product portfolio continues to evolve. Physical Job Requirements The employee in the position will be required to occasionally move throughout the facilities, including climbing stairs, when necessary. Occasional bending and reaching in an office environment, including opening and closing file cabinets drawers with light grasping. Type on a standard keyboard (laptop or desktop). Use standard computer display screens. Use standard push-button phones and must speak clearly and be understood by others. Sit or stand in a standard upright position for a minimum of one hour, but up to 12 hours a day. Be able to lift and carry weight unassisted not exceeding 50 lbs. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 (based on experience and qualifications) Medical, vision and dental insurance 401(k) with company match (100% of the first 4% in eligible compensation) Flexible Spending Account 2 weeks paid vacation 1 Week sick pay 10 company holidays Group life insurance