As a Test Engineer within the Production Engineering team, you will collaborate with production technicians, as well as hardware and software engineers and the entire operations team to ensure Intelsat's manufacturing processes are world-class to support production facilities across the globe. Our goal is to make sure that Intelsat's services are installed in as many applications as possible, and our team is the bridge between operations and the rest of the company. Our department allows the operations team to function as efficiently as possible at executing demand without having to worry about availability of infrastructure.
What you will do
- Ownership over hardware solutions for all production test stands. This includes (but is not limited to) ensuring test stand compatibility alongside new software releases, validating new engineering documentation releases, and troubleshooting standard production problems.
- Capture knowledge that exists within the production team by creating an FAQ guide for each test stand that shows how to troubleshoot common bench issues (both hardware and software related). This includes working with the production technicians to document lessons learned from past opportunities for improvement.
- Lead the effort to complete documentation of all Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWIs). This will eliminate the proliferation of not documenting process steps and streamline product processing times.
- Work with the Production Engineering team to continue marking and labeling all lab equipment. This is part of an overall initiative to continue the rollout of the "Parts Store," which is a lab we've built to store spare parts for our test stands to greatly reduce equipment downtime.
- This role is subject to ITAR/EAR; candidates must be a US Person (this includes US Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Individual such as an asylee or refugee).
- At the beginning of this role, there will be a need to work a non-standard shift (Tuesday-Saturday) for a period before transitioning back to a standard shift (Monday-Friday).
Your required experience/skills
- Bachelor's degree (or applicable degree) in related technology field
- 0-5 years of experience in an operational environment
- Ability to travel 0-10%, mainly internationally
- Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving skills
- Innate ability to explain complex processes to individuals of different backgrounds
- Manages multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing accuracy, detail, and quality
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated; able to function independently and work as a team member
Your success in this role will look like:
- Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to problem solve
It would be nice if you had:
- ERP experience (specifically NAV and/or SAP)
- Prior experience working in an operational environment
How we support you:
- Development opportunities supporting professional growth championed by our dedicated Learning & Development team. 20-25% of our positions are hired internally!
- Ways to get involved: satellite launch parties, company connect events, charitable activities, team social events, and recognition programs.
- Wide range of benefits and perks to help you stay healthy, happy, and productive. These include paid leave programs, medical, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits, employee wellness offerings, and more!
These benefits are designed to support your overall well-being and help you succeed in your role.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Intelsat is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
While it is important to note that meeting the minimum qualifications is a fundamental requirement for consideration, if you are enthusiastic about this role and are unsure how well your experience aligns with these requirements, we encourage you to apply. Our recruitment team will assess your application and determine if your skills and qualifications meet the essential criteria for this role or whether there might be another role within our organization that is a better match.
Other Job Info:
- These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
- Job requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs
About Us As the foundational architects of satellite technology, Intelsat applies our expertise to develop breakthrough solutions that advance and secure boundless applications for our customers and partners.
At Intelsat, we increase human potential by connecting people, communities, businesses, and governments. Our employees enjoy a casual and collaborative environment, where we celebrate professional excellence in pursuit of the corporate mission. We hire skilled professionals who work in various areas such as: satellite engineering, network operations, cloud architecture, accounting, sales, legal, and more. Browse our current job openings or create a professional profile to stay informed about opportunities that match your interests and expertise.
Intelsat is subject to regulation by certain U.S. Government national security agencies, which require that we collect and share certain Personally Identifiable Information ("PII") with the U.S. Government to obtain permission to employ non-U.S. persons in certain roles. If selected for a role at Intelsat, we may collect and share your PII for these purposes.
Intelsat is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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