Principal Test Engineer - Camarillo, CA

OverviewLucix Corporation, a subsidiary of HEICO's Electronic Technologies Group, has evolved to become a leader in RF Active and Passive Units, Subsystems, and Assemblies for Commercial, Civil and Defense Satellite Payloads. Lucix also provides RF hardware for Airborne and Ground Systems. All hardware is designed, qualified, manufactured, tested, and shipped from Lucix facilities in California, USA.We are seeking an experienced Principal Test Engineer to join our team. As an RF ATE (Automated Test Equipment) Senior Test Engineer, you will be developing software and hardware solutions for complex engineering tests across our commercial and defense programs. Must be a self-starter & team player who can take ownership of a project from design to deployment under a rapid pace.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the design, development, deployment, and documentation for RF ATE Test Systems (primarily Python) used for testing RF and microwave devices for space and defense applicationsDevelop and refine company-level software architecture and reuse strategy.Create and refine software development and management processes: version control, code review, coding standards, and relatedInterface with product engineers to develop ATE test solutions to validate device performance specifications across various test conditionsCreate test data sheets for customer reportingCreate, maintain, and update data processing applications in PythonUse data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI to generate customer data packagesMaintenance of existing legacy ATE software (LabVIEW and Keysight / Agilent VEE)Migration and update of legacy ATE software to more modern platforms (Python)QualificationsJob Requirements:Bachelors degree in engineering or computer scienceExpertise with Python language and data processing (Numpy, Pandas, SciPy) and visualization (Matplotlib, Plotly, and similar)Expertise in the full software development lifecycle, use of revision control tools, and best practices in software development5+ years professional experience in software developmentStrong knowledge of electronics and RF principles and theories (Spectral analysis, S-Parameters, Noise Figure, Amplitude Linearity, Phase Noise, Spurious, etc.)Strong proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS, Microsoft ExcelStrong written and verbal English communication skillsStrong analytical and excellent problem-solving skillsDesired:Proficiency with graphical programming languages such as LabVIEW and Keysight / Agilent VEEExperience developing automated tests with network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, vacuum temperature chambers, RF Switch matrices & similar equipmentAbility to understand, review, and create documentation (schematics, test specifications, test procedures, etc.)Proficiency with SQL-based database usageProficiency with Data Visualization tools (Tableau / Power BI)Job DetailsPay Range: $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 / yearPay Transparency: In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions. The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-29