Senior Technician, Test & Integration

Job ID326961

Job Title:

Senior Technician, Test & Integration Job Category:
Engineering Time Type:
Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
None Employee Type:
Regular Percentage of

Travel Required:

Up to 10%
Type of Travel:
Continental US*
*
* The Opportunity:

While Charon Technologies, LLC is wholly owned by CACI, a Fortune 500 company, we function as a boutique LLC comprised of under 100 staff, allowing us to operate like a small business.

The Charon System Ware (CSW) Team in Virginia is seeking a Senior Test Technician who can test and debug boards and systems down to the component level on both Digital, Analog, and RF systems. This role includes supervisory responsibilities for team members.

Successful candidates must be able to hold and maintain a security clearance; therefore; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities:

Testing electronic hardware including board-level and system-level units across analog, digital, and RF systems

Develop and maintain automated test frameworks using Python, Bash, and Power Shell to validate system functionality, performance, and reliability

Create test automation scripts to control and interface with test equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies, network analyzers, and multimeters

Developing and executing comprehensive test plans to support ongoing and new product development programs

Perform root-cause analysis on complex digital, analog, and RF failures, working directly with engineering to resolve component-level issues

Collaborate with hardware design engineers to define test requirements, develop test specifications, and provide design-for-test feedback

Support manufacturing and production teams by developing end-of-line test solutions and failure analysis procedures

Supervise and mentor junior test technicians, providing technical guidance and performance management

Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure quality standards are maintained across the team Foster continuous improvement efforts to enhance operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes

Qualifications:

Required:

Experience:

8+ years of experience in hardware testing, with demonstrated technical leadership Scripting & Automation:
Proficiency in scripting languages including Python, Bash, and Power Shell for test orchestration and system automation

Test Equipment:
Hands-on experience with test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, power supplies, and network analyzers

RF Knowledge:
Understanding of RF principles and measurements for wireless/communication hardware testing

Technical Documentation:
Knowledge of electrical schematics, datasheets, and hardware specifications

Development Tools:
Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development practices

Operating Systems:
Proficiency in Linux/Windows environments

Leadership:
Ability to supervise, mentor, and guide junior team members

Desired:

Strong programming skills in Python with experience in test automation frameworks (pytest, unittest, etc.)Familiarity with Linux/Unix system administration and embedded systems testing

Knowledge of test equipment communication protocols including SCPI, GPIB/IEEE-488, USB, and Ethernet/LXI Experience with instrumentation control libraries such as PyVISA, NI-VISA, or IVI drivers

Understanding of wireless protocols (WiFi, Bluetooth, cellular, GPS) and compliance testing

Experience with environmental and reliability testing (temperature, EMI/EMC)
Previous experience as a test engineer or in a supervisory/lead role

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your…