Control System Test Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Control System Test Engineer I. Location: New Haven, CT, USA

Responsibilities:

• Design, prototype, test, and improve Python-based hardware validation tests for microwave and RF control electronics.
• Develop and expand testing frameworks for control electronics systems.
• Perform and document system-level and subsystem-level testing of RF and microwave hardware.
• Use FPGA-based signal generation and acquisition tools for testing and validation;
• Assist in the assembly of complete RF control systems for quantum computers.
• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot microwave RF subassemblies and modules.
• Document design processes, testing procedures, and prototyping workflows.
• Support development projects and perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on control systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or equivalent experience.
• Strong Python programming skills and willingness to learn RF engineering concepts.
• Experience using microwave test equipment such as VNAs, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and related tools.
• Experience with assembly and testing of microwave subassemblies;
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a collaborative engineering environment.

Preferred:

• Advanced Python skills, including data analysis and computational physics.
• Experience with FPGA-based SDR and DSP systems.
• Experience with test automation using microwave test equipment.
• Background in RF or radar system assembly and production;
• Experience with electrical circuit and system design (RF and DC).
• PCB layout experience using tools such as Altium.
• Exposure to simulation tools such as Ansys HFSS, SIwave, IcePak, and Keysight ADS or SystemVue.
• Interest in hands-on technical projects such as electronics or mechanical systems.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range: $67,120 to $100,680 USD (based on experience and level).
• Competitive compensation including base pay, equity, bonus, and additional benefits.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge quantum computing hardware systems;
• Collaborative and innovative work environment focused on growth and impact.

Other Information:

• Work within a diverse and inclusive team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to contribute to both annealing and gate-model quantum computing systems.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion;
• No third-party candidates will be considered.