RF Manufacturing Test Engineer

Job Description

As a Gogo Business Aviation RF Manufacturing Test Engineer on the Production Operations team you will be responsible for leading a team of Assembly, Test and Repair Station Technicians.

Are you energetic, have a passion for leadership, electronics manufacturing, process improvement and the delivery of high quality products?

COME ON BOARD THE PRODUCTION OPERATIONS TEAM!

How will you make a difference?

• You will work with existing Manufacturing and Test Software Engineers to develop & deploy 5G LTE radio module NPI/production test capability, specifically:

• Radio Module Programming & RF Calibration processes (including equipment selection for NPI development and production)
• Radio Module Rx/Tx Call testing, utilizing industry standard 3GPP Production test suite coverage
• Production Radio Module test processes internally at Gogo at PCA & subassembly level, as well as associated 5G LTE Functional Call testing at LRU (TLA) level
• Assist in the planning and deployment of Radio Module test capability of PCA & Subassembly level at external Contract Manufacturer(s)

• Assist in finalizing modifications to current test capabilities and processes for dual mode 4G LTE/ EVDO radio module:

• Adapt & assist in management and modification of existing test capability to improve process and product yields and capability
• Assist in deployment and management of test capability at external Contract Manufacturer(s)
• Assist in deployment and management 4G LTE/ EVDO test capability internally @ Gogo for subassembly RF Calibration/Tx/Rx Call testing & LRU (TLA) functional testing

• Assist ME, TE and Failure Analysis Engineers in product/test process failure analysis during NPI, production pilot/ramp and ongoing production phases
• Participate in defining and executing process/equipment qualification and correlation methodology between external design house, Contract Manufacturer(s) and Gogo

• Provide day-to-day guidance and work prioritization to Manufacturing Mechanical and Manufacturing Test Technicians
• Interface with Manufacturing/Test Engineers, Quality/FA and HW Development Engineers to resolve work stoppage issues
• Work with Manufacturing and Test Engineering during the NPI phase to develop Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWIs) and Manufacturing Test Procedures (MTPs)
• Work with Production Supervisor to train Test and Repair Technicians on new and revised MWIs and MTPs
• Champion a Lean mindset and is responsible for driving continuous improvements on the production floor

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree and 5-7 yrs or MS +2-5 yrs or PhD + 0-2 yrs Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Work experience in an RF CommunicationsProduction Test environment
• 2+ year work experience 4G/5G LTE Radio Module Production Test

Required skills, experience and talents

• Outstanding organizational, leadership and project management capabilities
• Experience in participating in and directing product & process Design Reviews, from concept to final design, relative to Platform & Product SW, Component/PCA, Subassembly and LRU assembly testability and core processes & technologies required
• Ability to work on complex issues where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting the appropriate methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Ensure the quality of product produced via qualification/validation of manufacturing test processes in both NPI and Production lifecycle phases

• Establish process yield & capability targets, PFMEA, data analysis, MSA (Gage R&R, Correlation, Cpk) requirements; MiniTab or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Test SW development utilizing multiple languages/platforms (C#, LabView, Python, database creation/management); includes SW revision control & release processes
• Experience designing & integrating typical test equipment (Signal Generator, Network Analyzers, etc) into Test system
• Experience training employees (Production, Repair and Engineering Dept) to test accurately product
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong work ethic—self-motivated and results-driven

Preferred skills, experience and talents

• Experience working with a Quality Management System (QMS) such as AS9100 or ISO 9001
• Experience using a Configuration Management tools such as Agile PLM
• Experience using an ERP system such as SAP or Microsoft Navision to drive production processes

Compensation: $99,000 - $124,000

Target Annual Incentive: 10% of base compensation

Incentive Stock Program Eligible: Yes

Benefits: Gogo offers competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer an immediate vesting 401k plan, paid time off and volunteer time off. Employees have the option to participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Visit the Careers page on our website for more information at www.gogoair.com/careers.

Gogo is the leading global provider of network and broadband connectivity products and services for the business aviation market. We offer a customizable suite of smart cabin systems for highly integrated connectivity, inflight entertainment and voice solutions. Gogo's products and services are installed on thousands of business aircraft of all sizes and mission types from turboprops to the largest global jets, and are utilized by the largest fractional ownership operators, charter operators, corporate flight departments and individuals.

There are nearly 1,700 business aircraft currently flying with Gogo’s AVANCE L5 or L3 installed. As of third quarter earnings reported on Sept. 30, 2020, Gogo had more than 10,000 connected aircraft, comprised of 5,577 aircraft flying with its air-to-ground (ATG) systems onboard, and 4,737 aircraft with satellite connectivity installed. Connect with us at business.gogoair.com.

Gogo is an equal opportunity employer and works in compliance with both federal and state laws. We are committed to the concept regarding Equal Employment opportunity. Qualified candidates will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability. The EEO is the law and is available here.

Gogo participates in E-Verify. Details in English and Spanish. Right to Work Statement in English and Spanish.