Associate Test Engineer
Extreme Networks is a global networking leader known for its end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. The Associate Test Engineer role involves supporting production testing for various networking products while working under the guidance of senior engineers to develop and maintain test stations and improve quality.
Responsibilities
- Support development, bring-up, and qualification of production test fixtures and test stations (ICT, FCT, SLT) under the guidance of senior test engineers
- Write, debug, and maintain test scripts and station code in Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, or in-house frameworks
- Participate in NPI builds (EVT/DVT/PVT) — running test routines, capturing data, and documenting issues for resolution
- Debug failing units on the production line and in the test lab using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters, network analyzers, and protocol-specific tools
- Help define and maintain test coverage documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Pull and analyze production test data to identify yield issues, false calls, and recurring failure modes; present findings clearly to the engineering team
- Support fixture builds, calibration, and station deployment to global ODM sites; troubleshoot remotely and occasionally on-site
- Assist with ECO/MCO impact assessment from a test perspective and update test programs accordingly
- Track and close action items from 8D investigations, FA reports, and continuous improvement projects
- Maintain a clean, safe, ESD-controlled work environment and follow all lab and production safety procedures
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
- 0–2 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, or capstone projects in test, hardware, or manufacturing
- Working knowledge of digital and analog electronics fundamentals (signals, power, basic communication buses such as I2C/SPI/UART)
- Hands-on lab experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and basic network test tools
- Programming proficiency in at least one of: Python, C/C++, LabVIEW, or TestStand
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to clearly document procedures and findings
- Curiosity, ownership mindset, and willingness to spend time on the production floor and in the test lab
- Coursework or project experience with networking protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi)
- Exposure to ICT, flying probe, boundary scan (JTAG), or system-level test concepts
- Familiarity with version control (Git), Linux command line, and basic data analytics (Pandas, Power BI, JMP, or Minitab)
- Awareness of Lean / Six Sigma concepts and structured problem solving (8D, 5-Why, fishbone)
- Experience with electrical CAD review, PCB bring-up, or fixture mechanical design
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities where role permits
- Paid time off, including open time off in eligible markets and statutory leave in all markets
- Paid holidays in accordance with local practice
- Retirement savings programs, including 401(k) matching in the United States
- Employee Stock Purchase Program, where eligible
- Adoption assistance and fertility treatment support, where eligible
- Flexible spending accounts, where eligible
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement, where eligible
- Life and disability insurance
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