Production Test Engineer

CHAOS Inc. is a global technology company delivering next‑generation capabilities to the defense and critical industrial sectors. Founded in 2022, our mission‑focused culture brings world‑class engineers together to solve technical challenges using an agile engineering approach and deep industry partnerships.

Production Test Engineer – Los Angeles

Develop, refine, and execute system and subsystem‑level test artifacts to ensure compliance with integrated hardware and software Technical Data Package (TDP) requirements. Collaborate across Manufacturing, Hardware and Software R&D, and Systems Engineering teams.

• Understand performance requirements of complex systems (radar, RF, etc.) and provide technical support for system and subsystem‑level tests.
• Trend and troubleshoot RF systems.
• Configure and troubleshoot IPv4 networking using tools such as Wireshark, Netstat, and Socat.
• Automate and operate commercial test equipment (DMM, oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer, logic analyzer).
• Support the product life cycle: requirements development, system validation, hardware/software test, integration, interface definition, test planning and execution.
• Analyze specifications to determine design and process solutions for customer requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans, verification procedures, and scripts (preferably Python) using COTS tooling and electrical special test equipment.
• Improve operations processes, training materials, and coordinate system maintenance tasks.
• Maintain test integrity and equipment availability.
• Support field deployments and Forward‑Deployed Engineering (FDE) teams with system operation and root‑cause analysis.

• Bachelor’s in STEM, or advanced degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Experience with subsystem or system‑of‑systems architecture.
• Training development and script generation skills.
• System‑level design, high‑level control, and data interface experience.
• Linux operating system proficiency.
• Programming languages: C++, MATLAB, Python, or Bash (Python preferred).
• Manufacturing environment experience (high‑rate).
• Leadership of multi‑disciplinary teams or projects.
• Innovative mindset, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing focus.
• Technical writing and problem‑solving skills.
• Hands‑on mechanical aptitude across disciplines.

• Security clearance eligibility.
• Operational procedure and training material development experience.
• Digital or RF/microwave system theory, design, and testing experience.
• Integration and test of subsystems, systems, or system‑of‑systems.
• Simulation tools (ADS, Mentor Graphics Xpedition) and analytical tools (MATLAB).
• Laboratory experience with logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, PNA, spectrum analyzers, and performance network analyzers.
• Production environment experience.

• Health benefits:
  
  100% paid medical, dental, and vision.
• Additional benefits: life, FSA, HSA, 401k with company match, and more.
• Perks: free daily lunch, “No Meeting Fridays,” unlimited PTO, casual dress code.
• Competitive base salary, pre‑IPO stock options, relocation assistance, and upcoming bonuses.
• Company’s rapid growth: 150 employees, $490M raised, and strong VC backing.
• Innovative platform improving sensor performance and decision‑making in real‑time.

$120,000 – $170,000 (base only). Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.

Location:

Los Angeles, CA. Benefits include full‑time status and senior‑mid level seniority.