Senior Systems Test Engineer

4 weeks ago


Portland, United States Curtiss-Wright Full time
Senior Systems Test Engineer

Curtiss-Wright's PacStar Business unit is seeking an experienced Engineer with an in-depth understanding of x86 servers and hardware; you are well versed in testing, qualification, and benchmarking of CPU, GPU, and Storage under Windows, Linux, and VMware ESXi. You will work with our cross-functional product engineering teams to deliver data center class functionality to our customers where size, weight, and power (SWAP) and reliability in austere environments are mission-critical. Our products are used by the military, emergency responders, and forward-looking commercial enterprises worldwide. This senior engineering position blends hands-on engineering work with internal and external team collaboration. The primary location for work will be our Portland, Oregon office.

Location: Portland, OR

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:
  • Work collaboratively with hardware engineering to build and execute test plans to measure systems performance, validate design performance, and support product qualification of integrated solutions.
  • Represent PacStar with customers and partners as a subject matter expert (SME) in edge computing, GPU, and storage.
  • Adeptly communicate complex technologies to all levels and backgrounds.
  • Interface with technical staff from 3rd parties to resolve technical issues
  • Develop and manage technology demonstration development, maintaining schedule and reporting on progress to cross-functional teams and management.
  • Conduct demos at trade shows, customer visits, and online.
  • Transition technology to production, including input to test procedures, user documentation, and marketing materials.
  • Independently manage schedules, identifying roadblocks or needed resources early to ensure schedule success.
  • Other duties as assigned
What You Bring
  • 5 +Years of experience in Systems Engineering, Network Engineering, IT, and or QA/Validation
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience is required in the following technology areas:
    • Troubleshooting Intel x86-based hardware systems throughout product lifecycles
    • Microsoft Windows desktop operating systems
    • Microsoft Windows server operating systems
    • Linux
  • 3+ years of experience is required with the operating systems and technology areas below:
    • Writing and developing test cases
    • Performing performance, validation and/or qualification testing for new and existing products
  • Experience with the following technology areas is strongly desired:
    • Virtualization, Storage, Network, and Systems Integration
    • VMware experience primarily focused on VMware ESXi/vSphere
    • Networking devices (routers, switches, firewalls; preferably Cisco)
    • Hyperconverged infrastructure
    • Ansible (or similar) automation solutions
    • Deployment and implementation of new systems using a repeatable process
    • VMware (or similar) virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
    • PowerShell, PowerCLI, or other scripting languages
  • Industry-recognized certifications strongly desired:
    • VMware VCP
    • Cisco CCNA
    • Microsoft MCSE
    • CompTIA A+, Network+, Security +
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to communicate technical details with nontechnical team members
  • Ability to learn from, and mentor team members
  • Attention to detail and quality orientation a must
  • Independent Professional that can perform job assignments with limited supervision
  • Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds of test equipment at least 40 feet
  • Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines


Who We Are

Pacific Star Communications, a Curtiss-Wright company, designs, manufactures and integrates hardware and software systems that enable rapid deployment of enterprise-class communications anywhere in the world. Intuitive and wizard-based, IQ-Core Software simplifies setup and enables management of these complex deployed networks by users with limited training. Our systems are used in mission-critical environments including military and disaster recovery - that demand the highest possible levels of quality. Innovation, creativity, and quality are built into our DNA here at PacStar and we look for the same in our employees. In return, we offer a rewarding environment in which our employees can thrive.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

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