Description:We have seen a lot of candidates with software verification background but lacking agricultural background. We would like the focus to be on candidates with agricultural background and experience operating farm machinery. Most of the technical skills can be taught to candidates with the proper aptitude.Key Responsibilities: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 client site.Train and support UC ANR staff on the client Precision Ag technologies, when needed.Oversee maintenance and readiness of the client 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 the client 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.Notes:Travel - Up to 90% field-based, including travel to Riverdale, CA and Irvine, CA VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
Description:We have seen a lot of candidates with software verification background but lacking agricultural background. We would like the focus to be on candidates with agricultural background and experience operating farm machinery. Most of the technical skills can be taught to candidates with the proper aptitude.Key Responsibilities: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 client site.Train and support UC ANR staff on the client Precision Ag technologies, when needed.Oversee maintenance and readiness of the client 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 the client 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.Notes:Travel - Up to 90% field-based, including travel to Riverdale, CA and Irvine, CA
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