Senior Wireless Test Engineer at General Motors

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in wireless communication testing with strong focus on Wi-Fi, BLE, and UWB technologies
  • Experience writing test plans
  • Experience in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, BLE technologies
  • Script and parser development with strong automation skills for testing and validation of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, BLE, and UWB)
  • Experience with Wi-Fi 6, 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 standards and advanced features of Bluetooth (e.g., BLE Mesh, Bluetooth LE Audio)
  • Thorough understanding of embedded module architecture: Microcontrollers, SoC, Flash, RAM, device drivers, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth modules
  • Thorough understanding of vehicle to cloud connectivity: VLAN, VPN, TCP/IP stack, etc., with associated security elements like SSL, message-level encryption, code signing, as well as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth security protocols
  • Good overall understanding/experience with high-speed communication buses like USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc., for automotive applications
  • Detailed understanding of configuration and software reflash through OTA reflash mechanisms, with specific experience in wireless protocol updates for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules
  • Extensive experience with CAN, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and software tools (e.g., test automation frameworks)
  • Hands-on experience with network configuration, traffic analysis, and packet sniffing tools (e.g., Wireshark, AirMagnet, or similar)
  • Hands-on experience with product validation in both lab environments and real-world deployment scenarios
  • Experience with UWB test equipment and specific UWB protocols (e.g., IEEE 802.15.4z, UWB positioning and ranging)
  • Preferred Requirements
  • Familiarity with UWB technologies for device positioning and ranging (e.g., IEEE 802.15.4z), and testing in real-world scenarios
  • Knowledge of RF test and measurement equipment and techniques for advanced Wi-Fi, BLE, and UWB testing
  • Expertise in network security protocols (e.g., WPA3, Bluetooth LE security) and their impact on wireless communication
  • Experience with Hardware design, schematic capture, and PCB layout design
  • Understanding of wireless certification processes (e.g., FCC, CE, Bluetooth Fira)

Responsibilities

  • Write Test Plans
  • Conduct comprehensive testing of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, BLE, and UWB connectivity, including stress tests, performance benchmarking, and interoperability assessments with a variety of devices
  • Define hardware, software, cloud, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and vehicle interface by working with cross-functional teams
  • Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and software engineers to define testing requirements and troubleshooting methods
  • Provide technical expertise to design and improve testing workflows, tools, and methodologies for Wi-Fi, BLE, and UWB protocols
  • Create detailed module-level functional requirements defining internal logic, triggering conditions, data storage, vehicle & cloud interface, power modes, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connection management, etc
  • Develop detailed sub-system & system level (end to end) test plans, incorporating wireless communication testing (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)

Skills

Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
BLE
UWB
CAN
Spectrum Analyzers
Network Analyzers
Signal Generators
Test Automation Frameworks
IEEE 802.15.4z
Scripting
UWB Positioning

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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