Test Engineer

Description: 

Shift5 is seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join our hardware team.This position will be responsible for testing our product before it is delivered to customers and deployed on equipment. You will be expected to design and implement automated test systems to quickly verify units are working as intended. You will also be responsible for writing and maintaining procedures and training the team on how to use the testing system. You will be responsible for identifying, troubleshooting and fixing any issues before delivery, while also ensuring the identified issues are captured and reported back to the hardware team to prevent the issue from occurring in the future. This is a full-time role based out of our Arlington, VA office location.

The ideal candidate is someone who gets energized by the possibility of building something new. This is a new role where you will spearhead hardware testing at Shift5, defining how and when units should be tested to guarantee the correct functionality. In this new role, you will be involved with all the phases of product development and production. Our product and our team are growing smartly and quickly. We’re looking for someone who can help us build the foundation of the role and is interested in long term growth opportunities with the team. If this sounds like you, drop us a line. We’d love to hear from you!  

Shift5 is a rapidly growing cybersecurity company. We specialize in cybersecurity technology for operational systems, data collection, and insights for a wide variety of operational systems. To put it simply, we defend planes, trains and tanks from cyberattack. We are a collaborative, passionate and driven cadre of cyber security experts. Our engineers are multidisciplinary and our team is dynamic. We’re a growing company focused on helping our customer’s fleets run smarter and safer by capitalizing on mountains of data resting right about the wheels. Come join us.

We're looking for someone who is/has:

• 3+ years of experience in test-related roles in a development and production environment (experience in an electronic production company highly preferred)
• Skilled in data and system analysis using various tools (labview, python, etc.) to evaluate the unit under tests
• Self-starter with a curiosity about processes and products, willing to dive into problems
• Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Master degree preferred)
• US citizenship required
• Able to obtain or hold a US Government Security Clearance

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and stock options in a fast-growing startup
• Employer-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their families
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
• 401k with employer contributions
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Uncapped paid time off policy
• Flexible work & remote work policy
• Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)

We are committed to building an inclusive culture of belonging that embraces the diversity of our people and represents the communities in which we work and the customers we serve. We know the happiest and highest performing teams include people with diverse perspectives and ways of solving problems. We strive to attract and retain talent from all backgrounds and create workplaces where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. 

Shift5 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, projected veteran status, or any other protected group or class.