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Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Silvus Technologies was acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025, and is now part of its ecosystem of safety and security technologies.
With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.
Job Description
Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of "Keeping Our Heroes Connected"?
THE OPPORTUNITY
Silvus is seeking a full-time Senior System Test & Automation Engineer who will report to the R&D Director, Implementation on the Research and Development team. The successful individual in this role will collaborate with R&D teams to understand performance requirements, establish production tests and performance thresholds, and design and implement efficient and streamlined automated test setup and programs for wireless communication systems in a manufacturing environment.
The Senior System Test & Automation Engineer position will be based at Silvus Technologies' headquarters in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles, CA and is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday.
The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and test complete solutions using Silvus hardware and software products that solve unique technical problems and provide full coverage of wireless communication system feature sets.
• Design and implement logging and log analysis tools to capture performance of both the systems under test and the test infrastructure itself.
• Help define new products and features to fill gaps and perform product evaluations and field tests and trials for new product features and accessories.
• Work closely with the software development team to augment production test systems to support rollout of new features and product configurations.
• Perform manufacturing failure troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production failures escalated to engineering.
• Test and harden existing features through firmware and hardware changes in realistic applications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, specifically in embedded firmware development and testing, scripting, embedded Linux, C/C++, and python; OR a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience including embedded firmware development and testing, scripting, embedded Linux, C/C++, and python with an advanced degree.
• Demonstrated experience in wireless/networking or an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with lab instruments such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience with wireless and radio communication systems, radio frequency signal propagation principles, and digital communication technologies.
• Demonstrated experience with TCP/IP networking.
• Excellent organizational skills, attentiveness to details, and ability to multi-task and quickly switch gears.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills to effectively communicate internally and with customers.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and effectively interact with cross-functional teams and customers.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Office environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  • Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
  • Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
  • Kneeling or squatting to access lower shelves.
  • Walking/Moving in the labs.

COMPENSATION: $130,000 - $180,000 / annually
The pay range is NOT a guarantee, is based on market research and peer data, and will vary depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
NOTE - As a US Federal Contractor, Silvus Technologies requires that ALL candidates being considered for employment for any position (regardless of level) MUST be a U.S. Person (permanent resident or citizen). Stricter U.S. Citizen ONLY requirements (needed for some Engineering or R&D roles) will be included in the Required Qualifications section of the posted position. This does NOT apply to international positions; only job postings for positions located in the US.
All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.
Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, specifically in embedded firmware development and testing, scripting, embedded Linux, C/C++, and python; OR a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience including embedded firmware development and testing, scripting, embedded Linux, C/C++, and python with an advanced degree.
• Demonstrated experience in wireless/networking or an electronics manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with lab instruments such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.

Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
Domestic
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.
We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.