Test Engineer III

Job Description

Frontgrade is seeking a highly skilled Test Engineer III to lead the development and execution of advanced electrical and environmental test solutions for aerospace‑grade products. The role is responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive test strategies, developing special test equipment (STE), and supporting both qualification and production testing of motors, resolvers, encoders, actuators, slip rings, flex tapes, and control electronics.

• Design and implement automated test solutions using LabVIEW, Python, or similar tools to support product and environmental testing.
• Develop clear, executable test plans based on customer requirements and verification/validation objectives.
• Create detailed test procedures, fixtures, and special test equipment (STE) to enable accurate and repeatable testing.
• Lead electrical testing and troubleshooting of motors, actuators, resolvers, encoders, control electronics, and mixed‑signal circuit cards.
• Set up and execute environmental testing, including thermal vacuum and vibration testing.
• Provide technical guidance and support to production test technicians to ensure efficient and compliant test execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve automation, test coverage, and overall process efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams and interface with customers as needed to ensure successful program execution.

• 4+ years of experience in electrical test engineering or similar hands‑on engineering roles.
• Solid understanding of motor and actuator operation, along with experience troubleshooting analog and digital electronics.
• Experience developing automated test solutions (LabVIEW, Python, or similar) and designing test fixtures or special test equipment (STE).
• Familiarity with environmental testing such as thermal, thermal vacuum, and vibration.
• Experience working in aerospace, defense, or other high‑reliability industries is preferred.
• Comfortable supporting technical documentation, customer interactions, and cross‑functional reviews.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• This position requires access to technology, materials, software, or hardware that is controlled by ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. In order to be employed in this position, you must be able to obtain the required U.S. Government export licenses.
• Pay range: $96,376 – $120,470 annually. Pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including geographic location, job function, education, and experience.

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9‑X‑80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career opportunity and growth
• Tuition reimbursement/student loan repayment
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)
• 8 weeks of 100% paid family leave