Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

Test Technician

Job Summary:

Our client in Tustin, CA is looking for a Test Technician. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) team is hands on with every hardware project, from circuit to system.  You will know our products inside and out and drive our vehicles to be the safest most reliable EVs on the road.  Since our systems hardware and software is complex, we rely on testing to validate the EMC design performance in emulated and real-world electromagnetic environments. 

This is what you’ll do:

You'll be setting up and executing all component, module, and vehicle-level EMC Tests. You'll be responsible for lab equipment and test setups, making sure we are meeting our internal EMC test specs. You'll be tracking and auditing equipment calibration and repair. You will help design and build a world-class EMC Vehicle and Component Lab.

Collaborate with:

Electronics unit and systems design responsible engineers, test software engineers, and other electrical test technicians. This will require good oral and written communication skill and good working rapport with engineers and techs from other domains.

What You Will Need:

Basics:

Minimum 10 years hands-on experience executing EMI/EMC/RF tests.  Expertise setting up, performing, and debugging EMI tests derived from Commercial and Automotive Standards [IEC 61000, CISPR 25, CISPR 12, CISPR -16, ISO 11452-x, ISO 7637-x, FCC Part 15, UNECE Reg 10] Expertise in configuring and operating electrical/RF test equipment, including Antennas, Current and Voltage Probes, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, RF amplifiers, milli- and Mega-ohmmeters. Attention to detail, able to follow detailed test documentation including test procedures/plans/reports and identify/resolve inconsistencies. Familiarity with commercial or military aircraft avionics components and installations, including shielded units, EGSE racks, and shielded wiring harnesses. Demonstrated aptitude developing custom EMI test profiles using TILE, Python (PyVISA), or equivalent test automation software. Ability to organize, maintain, calibrate, and repair electrical/RF test equipment. Adaptability, with the ability to think outside the box to solve problems and drive to successful completion of the test evolution. Salary range: 60k - 70k annual. 

How You Will Be Successful:

Envision the Future Communicate Honestly and Broadly Seek Technology and Business “First” Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary Comprehensive Benefit Package 401(k) with matching contributions Paid Time Off Employee Discounts Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company that provides software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit

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Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

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