Manufacturing Test Engineer at Globalstar Inc. in Covington, Louisiana

Job Description:

Who we are:

Globalstar provides affordable and reliable, mobile voice and data communications when beyond cellular services.  We rely on our superior satellite network and excellent team members around the world to deliver quality products, services and peace of mind.

Located on the North Shore in Covington, Louisiana, Globalstar recently relocated to a state-of-the-art corporate facility. The new 60,000 square foot building houses our satellite operations command center, a fully staffed customer relations center, product customer shipping center, engineering facilities and more. In addition to serving as home base for our employees, the building also features:

• Outdoor dining facilities


• Large cafeteria with complimentary coffee and vending machines


• Handicap accessibility throughout


• Electric car chargers

What we offer:

• Work/Life Balance:  Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays,  On-site Company Functions


• Financial Benefits:  401(k) Plan with Company Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Voluntary and Company Paid Group Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Medical FSA, Dependent Care, Competitive Salaries


• Health & Wellness:  Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Comprehensive and Interactive Wellness Program, On-Site Gym, Intramural Sports, On Demand Health Care Diagnostic Center

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Plan, design, develop, and operate PCBA test equipment and test fixture software for electronic products.


• Confer with manufacturing and design engineering personnel to resolve testing problems such as product or system malfunctions


• Analyze and interpret test data and prepare technical reports for use by engineering, manufacturing and management personnel.


• Implement proprietary communication protocols for communicating with external devices via Bluetooth, USB/HID and UART protocols.


• Develop Java-based RESTful APIs for web and embedded platforms


• Develop and package multi-platform software for Windows and macOS for end users.

Position skills:

• Expertise with LabView and National Instruments TestStand


• Expertise with Electronic Hardware Design using Altium or similar designer


• Familiarity with Python, Java, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Desired


• Familiarity with relational database schema definition and query design/optimization


• Understanding of RESTful service design


• Solid broad-based knowledge of analog, digital and RF circuits.


• Ability to read electronic schematics and layouts.


• Familiarity with GitFlow, continuous integration/delivery, etc.


• Must maintain a high level of energy and positive attitude through challenging situations and project demands.


• Willingness and enthusiasm to work both independently and within a team environment.


• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks

Position requirements:

• BS, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

• Three years of experience in an engineering position

• Must have applied experience with Labview, National Instruments TestStand, SQL and other test equipment Software in an automated factory environment


• Experience developing front end web portals with HTML, CSS or JavaScript


• Experience with Linux operating systems


• Experience with Raspberry Pi, Beaglebone or other single board computer platforms


• Experience with SolidWorks and ability to read mechanical design drawings desired


• Experience with RF Instruments such as Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers and Power Meters desired


• Development experience using Kotlin Multi-Platform for Android and iOS App Development a plus


• Ability to work additional hours as needed to resolve production issues


• Willing to travel overseas for Contract Manufacturer site visits and equipment commissioning

Globalstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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)

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