Senior Test Planning Engineer - Assembly

This position is overall responsible for planning, drafting and achieving necessary approval of SPARC Assembly Test Products (test campaigns, plans, instructions, procedures) to accelerate project milestones.

Transferrable knowledge / skillset to become adept / proficient in all defined specialized test methods from both an engineering and equipment operation perspective – specialized testing includes complexity or hazard introduction for design verification purposes (low voltage, high voltage, high stored energy, etc.)

Capability to mobilize entire test methods based on innovative technologies

Proficient at technical procedure writing – format clean & concise templates for iteration and version control

Adept at project risk analysis to establish trade-offs for test schedule gains without compromising safety and quality

Diligence (attention to detail) – thorough analysis of preliminary and final design reviews to identify opportunities / develop strategies for risk buy down via test methods

Exemplifies correct behaviors to establish a safety-conscience work environment & self-improving culture / learning organization – evident in test product development

Generate test procedures / instructions to ensure understanding of scope and identify & mitigate potential risks within both the engineering and technician teams

Incorporate test performance and safety standards into test products - pre-job briefs, procedural place keeping, procedural use and adherence, conservative bias, diligent monitoring of critical parameters, correct data capture, etc.

Process and action team feedback following test execution to leverage lessons learned, prevent error recurrence and optimize flow for ease of technician execution when deemed prudent

Lead complex troubleshooting actions plans and casual evaluations as a result of test anomalies

Develop software proficiency with SPARC Assembly workflow management for all test activities

Adhere to the highest standards of safety and ensure that activities taking place are being performed in strict accordance with CFS safety policies and applicable regulatory safety standards

Ensure that activities being performed in the field are conducted in accordance with CFS Standards, standards published by regulatory bodies (NFPA, ASME, ASTM, NET, OSHA, NIOSH, etc.) and Industry Best Practices

Occasional accommodation of off-normal work hours to support critical test activities

BS in Engineering or related field

7 Years of equivalent engineering experience

Previous testing experience with hazards

Previous electrical testing experience (high voltage)

High proficiency MS Office, Bluebeam or Acrobat, and 3D modeling programs

• OSHA 10
• NFPA 70E

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

Perform activities such as typing, standing, stooping, climbing or sitting for extended periods of time

Required onsite 5 days/week when assembly operations with relevant tools are underway, with possible alternating first or second shift assignment

Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics