Overview
On Site
$100,000 - $120,000 annually
Full Time
Skills
Product Development
System Integration
Engineering Design
Performance Metrics
Automated Testing
Evaluation
Firmware
Manufacturing
Test Plans
Root Cause Analysis
Electrical Engineering
Physics
Optics
Computer Science
RF
Computer Hardware
Testing
3D Computer Graphics
Scratch
Data Analysis
Python
MATLAB
Instrumentation
Oscilloscope
Signal Processing
Sensors
Modeling
Database
SQL
PostgreSQL
Management
Communication
Presentations
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging
Job Details
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Kforce's client, a growing technology company in Kirk, WA, is seeking a Test and Characterization Engineer with 3D sensing experience. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment.
Summary:
As a Test & Characterization Engineer, you will be responsible for evaluating, characterizing, and optimizing the performance of lidar sensors and sub-assemblies, supporting both product development and system integration efforts. Your work will directly impact the quality and reliability of our 3D sensing systems. The candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across internal functional units as well as with partners and customers. The ideal candidate has prior experience in lidar, time of flight (ToF), and/or other types of 2D and 3D imaging systems. This position reports to a Principal Optoelectronic Systems Engineer.
Responsibilities:
* Design and execute experiments to characterize key lidar performance metrics (e.g., range accuracy, precision, reflectivity response, resolution, noise characteristics, calibration stability)
* Develop automated test systems and analysis pipelines for efficient system and component evaluation and calibration
* Conduct laboratory and field tests to simulate real-world operating conditions
* Analyze large datasets and extract insights to drive sensor improvements
* Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware, firmware, perception, and manufacturing teams
* Define test plans and acceptance criteria for new sensor designs and production units
* Support root cause analysis for sensor anomalies or performance degradation
* Document methods, results, and best practices for internal and external use
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, Computer Science, or a related field
* At least 2-4+ years of experience with Optical Sensors, RF sensors, Imaging systems or lidar sensors, or similar hardware characterization and testing
* Strong understanding of 3D sensing principles
* Experience building test stations from scratch is required
* Proficiency with data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
* Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrometers, laser systems)
* Familiarity with signal processing, calibration techniques, and sensor modeling
* Experience interacting with databases (SQL, Postgres) for managing and analyzing large datasets
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team setting
* Ability to prepare and deliver reports and presentations
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
Kforce's client, a growing technology company in Kirk, WA, is seeking a Test and Characterization Engineer with 3D sensing experience. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment.
Summary:
As a Test & Characterization Engineer, you will be responsible for evaluating, characterizing, and optimizing the performance of lidar sensors and sub-assemblies, supporting both product development and system integration efforts. Your work will directly impact the quality and reliability of our 3D sensing systems. The candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across internal functional units as well as with partners and customers. The ideal candidate has prior experience in lidar, time of flight (ToF), and/or other types of 2D and 3D imaging systems. This position reports to a Principal Optoelectronic Systems Engineer.
Responsibilities:
* Design and execute experiments to characterize key lidar performance metrics (e.g., range accuracy, precision, reflectivity response, resolution, noise characteristics, calibration stability)
* Develop automated test systems and analysis pipelines for efficient system and component evaluation and calibration
* Conduct laboratory and field tests to simulate real-world operating conditions
* Analyze large datasets and extract insights to drive sensor improvements
* Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware, firmware, perception, and manufacturing teams
* Define test plans and acceptance criteria for new sensor designs and production units
* Support root cause analysis for sensor anomalies or performance degradation
* Document methods, results, and best practices for internal and external use
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, Computer Science, or a related field
* At least 2-4+ years of experience with Optical Sensors, RF sensors, Imaging systems or lidar sensors, or similar hardware characterization and testing
* Strong understanding of 3D sensing principles
* Experience building test stations from scratch is required
* Proficiency with data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
* Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrometers, laser systems)
* Familiarity with signal processing, calibration techniques, and sensor modeling
* Experience interacting with databases (SQL, Postgres) for managing and analyzing large datasets
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team setting
* Ability to prepare and deliver reports and presentations
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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