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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.\nDepartment Overview\nOpenpath, a Motorola Solutions company, is a leader within the access control industry. Openpath’s access control solution makes businesses more secure with multi-factor authentication, enables a contactless entry experience and can be easily scaled and managed due to its cloud-based architecture.Job Description\nWe are looking for an experienced hands-on hardware test engineer to help build our next generation of critical access control hardware. You will work closely with overseas ODM partners to provide design review, identify test gaps, and strategically delegate testing between partners and in-house resources. You will also be responsible for structuring and managing a comprehensive testing strategy.\nWhat You'll Do\nCollaborate closely with overseas ODM partners to conduct design reviews, provide technical guidance, and ensure quality standards are met throughout development.\nDefine and establish clear testing boundaries, scope, and responsibilities to determine which tests are executed in-house versus with external partners.\nStructure and manage an end-to-end testing strategy for next-generation hardware to guarantee high reliability and specified performance.\nEstablish continuous test automation frameworks and protocols integrated across both hardware and firmware development pipelines.\nRequirements\nDesign, define, and develop fabrication, assembly, integration, and test processes for high-reliability access control hardware\nMinimum of 7 years of experience in the hardware sector with direct experience collaborating with overseas ODM partners on design reviews, test scoping, and quality control\nDesign test equipment and test setups that are flexible and evolve with our ever evolving scope\nDesign assembly and fabrication tooling. Own these from concept through implementation\nDevelop work instructions and documentation for build and test processes\nOutstanding communication and documentation skills\nExperience working in production, R&D, or test operation environments\nUnderstanding of how turn customer issues into testing activities and improved design requirements\nAbility to travel up to 10%\nNice to Have\nExtensive experience with overseas EMS, OEM, and ODM operations, manufacturing processes, and remote quality management\nBachelor’s degree in STEM field (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, etc)\nDeep understanding of automated continuous integration and testing strategies across hardware and firmware development cycles\nExperience with OTA based products in high reliability applications\nPrior experience developing security or access control hardware solutions\nWillingness to work unconventional hours while working with overseas vendors\nTarget Base Salary Range: $160,000 - 190,000 USD\nConsistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.\n#LI-AA1\nBasic Requirements\nBachelor's degree\n5+ years of hardware engineering experience\nLegal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position. \nTravel Requirements\nUnder 10%Relocation Provided\nNonePosition Type\nExperiencedReferral Payment Plan\nYesOur U.S. Benefits include:\nIncentive Bonus Plans\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision benefits\n\n401K with Company Match\n\n10 Paid Holidays\n\nGenerous Paid Time Off Packages\n\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\n\nPaid Parental & Family Leave\n\nand more!\n\nEEO Statement\nMotorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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