Senior Systems Verification Technician

Starkey Hearing Technologies
United States, Minnesota, Eden Prairie
Nov 06, 2024
Description At Starkey, we are in the business of connecting people and changing lives.As a world leader in the manufacturing and delivering of advanced hearing solutions, we go to work each day to ensure every person on the planet has the opportunity to hear their very best. Founded in 1967, Starkey is known for its innovative design, development and distribution of comprehensive digital hearing systems. Headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Starkey has more than 5,000 employees globally, operates 29+ facilities and does business in more than 100 markets worldwide. Here's a video about the people behind Starkey's groundbreaking innovation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjhRQ7qzlI0 JOB SUMMARY DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB This position is responsible for documenting and performing verification tests for hearing aids, accessories, manufacturing software, fitting software, mobile applications, programmers, their components, and sub-systems. Responsible for assisting in problem solving and issue resolution. The primary responsible is to verify new products; however, may also be responsible for supporting continuation engineering and technology development, as needed. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/RESULTS Document, and continuously improve the system verification tests Document and conduct peer review of test procedures to comply with System Requirements assigned for verification Document and conduct peer review of test procedures to ensure coverage of defined use cases Continuously improve existing test procedures to address previously identified test gaps as captured during test execution in JIRA and lessons learned on a program basis Perform system verification tests Conduct system verification tests as assigned following the defined test procedures Document the configuration under test and the test results within existing tools Ensure complete verification of the system requirements traced to the test procedure is achieved Conduct a peer review of the test results, if needed, and drive to resolution of the action items Report any test procedure gaps in JIRA Clearly present results of assigned test procedures Support products through development, manufacturing, and into continuation Perform Alpha/Pilot device preparation as per the defined checklist Provide support to Systems Design/Verification Engineers during Alpha/Pilot and Beta studies Provide support to Systems Design/Verification Engineers during product ramp-up Provide support to Systems Design/Verification Engineers in resolving issues pertaining to existing products Identify and document system-level technical issues Document technical issues identified during system verification with clear description of steps to reproduce and configuration under test in relevant tools Provide regular updates on issues assigned in relevant tools Participate in reviews of system requirements, test plans, test procedures, and test results Review the document thoroughly in preparation for review meeting Provide clear and concise feedback in a timely manner considering test gaps Perform other duties commensurate with a Senior Technician Clean and organize lab environment Keep track of the calibration methods, requirements, and due dates Support parts and equipment purchases Support process improvements and lean product development efforts Provide efficient, systematic, and well documented feedback for the assigned tasks JOB REQUIREMENTS Education Minimum 2-year Electronic Technician degree/certificate or equivalent is required. Experience Minimum 7 years' experience in electronic design, test, and manufacturing. Minimum 1 years' experience in a regulated environment (medical or military). Experience desired in hearing instrument and accessory design, development, and test. Knowledge / Technical Requirements Intermediate to advanced knowledge of microelectronic circuits and components required Intermediate to advanced knowledge of common business software required (i.e. Microsoft Office suite) Intermediate to advanced knowledge of product development processes for microelectronic circuits required Intermediate to advanced knowledge of bench top test instrumentation control and use Intermediate to advanced knowledge of verification methodologies Intermediate to advanced knowledge of software development methodologies Intermediate to advanced knowledge of ANSI, IEC, and homologation standards desirable Competencies, Skills & Abilities Excellent design, problem solving, and documentation skills required Excellent attention to detail required Good verbal and written communication skills required Good organizational skills required Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)