Hardware System Validation Engineer Mountain View, California

Hardware Engineering - Mountain View, California

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Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for a Staff Hardware System Validation Engineer.

The team is responsible for the end-to-end validation of Autonomous Hardware that includes PCBA, modules and Integrated systems from early-stage design and bring-up to sustaining engineering and resolving field issues.

In this role, you will

• Define, develop and execute Test methodologies for verification and validation of autonomous hardware systems and components.
• Collaborate with and influence key cross-functional partners, including Hardware Systems, Safety, Test organizations, Firmware and Electrical Engineering.
• Perform requirements analysis, architecture studies and system characterization to derive clear performance metrics.
• Drive cross-functional reviews and achieve consensus on key design validation decisions.
• Drive sustaining engineering efforts, including root cause and corrective action (RCCA) for issues found in the field.
• Support failure mode analysis and risk assessments by supplying necessary analysis and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of proven experience in product development, hardware test, verification, validation of electrical and/or electro-mechanical systems.
• Deep understanding of V&V process, testing methodologies, statistical analysis, RCCA process for PCBA, module and system-level functions across Power, Thermals, Communication interfaces, Compute, Memory, Sensors.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with system design, engineering, validation for complex electrical systems such as Autonomous, Robotics or Aviation products.
• Experience with ISO 16750-2 and/or ISO 26262 standards, automotive ethernet, CAN.
• Experience delivering 0 to 1 products and knowledge of Product Development Process (PDP).

The base salary range for this position is $154,000-$223,500 per year. Aurora’s pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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Working at Aurora

At Aurora, we bring together extraordinarily talented and experienced people united by the strength of our values. We operate with integrity, set outrageous goals, and build a culture where we win together — all without any jerks.

We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.

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At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an…