Job Title : System Test Technician - StarFire GNSS
Location : Torrance, CA USA 90503
Assignment Length : 24 months + (Contract extensions expectations – or internal hire possibilities)
Position Type : Contract / Contingent
Pay Rate : $ / hr. on w2 All Inclusive on SGS Payroll (Doesn't Include PTO / Holiday Pay)
Key Responsibilities :
- Travel - Up to 90% field-based, including travel to Riverdale, CA and Irvine, CA
- Serve as the primary liaison with UC ANR South Coast Farm to coordinate all StarFire GNSS test activities.
- Collaborate with engineering teams across ISG-T and client to align test operations at the Irvine site.
- Train and support UC ANR staff on client's Precision Ag technologies, when needed.
- Oversee maintenance and readiness of equipment; coordinate repairs with local dealers as needed.
- Manage on-site storage and upkeep of test equipment and vehicles.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with the farm management team.
- Travel to Riverdale, CA to conduct additional testing and support TDP validation in orchard environments.
- Execute software verification and validation for StarFire GNSS receivers.
- Develop and apply knowledge of GPS fundamentals through hands-on assignments and training.
- Perform field testing, including equipment setup, data logging / export, and analysis.
- Operate and test agricultural machinery in experimental field environments.
- Work independently and collaboratively with engineers to validate GNSS receiver performance.
Qualifications : Required :
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Agricultural Systems Technology, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.1+ years of experience operating precision agriculture equipment.Familiarity with Client's machinery.Experience in system validation, verification testing, and regression testing.Strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills.Hands-on experience with equipment setup and infrastructure installation.Preferred :
In-depth knowledge of Precision Ag systems.Experience testing GNSS receivers.Familiarity with CAN bus communication protocols.Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware-related issues.