Test Equipment (ATE) Design Engineer

A leading defense organization in the Central District is seeking a highly skilled Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Design Engineer to join its engineering team.

In this role, you will take full ownership of the definition, development, integration, and deployment of complex automated test systems, simulators, test racks, and chassis. You will lead cross-functional engineering processes, direct subcontractors throughout the design and manufacturing lifecycle, and ensure the seamless integration and field delivery of mission-critical test solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Author comprehensive technical requirement specifications for the development and manufacturing of automated test equipment (ATE), flight/system simulators, test benches, racks, and drawers.
• Write detailed Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP), Test Requirement Documents (TRD), tester technical specifications, and end-user operational manuals.
• Guide and mentor software engineers in test coding and lead the architectural definition and characterization of test software.
• Coordinate engineering interfaces between internal stakeholders and external subcontractors. Lead subcontractor development through engineering design reviews (PDR/CDR) and provide technical oversight throughout manufacturing at vendor and client sites.
• Perform end-to-end hardware/software integration and functional testing between the ATE and Unit Under Test (UUT), executing ATP, HASS, and rigorous negative testing scenarios.
• Install and commission test stations at manufacturing facilities and customer sites through final acceptance and handover.
• Conduct On-the-Job Training (OJT) for technical personnel at manufacturing and client sites, providing ongoing technical and maintenance support.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Practical Electronics Engineer (הנדסאי אלקטרוניקה) or B.Sc. in Electrical / Electronics Engineering.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 7 years of proven, hands-on experience in the characterization, design, and development of Automated Test Equipment (ATE), test racks/instrumentation (צב"ד), or hardware development.
• Integration & Verification: Demonstrated track record in writing ATP/TRD documents and conducting hardware/software integration and validation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous military service experience as an electronics technician or practical engineer.
• Practical familiarity with test development environments and automated test frameworks, specifically ATEasy or NI TestStand.
• Multidisciplinary technical background in integrated systems, RF, optics, and communication systems.
• Solid understanding of computer networking protocols, system-level integrations, and complex test topologies.