Test Engineer

Test Engineer Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Test Engineer to define and implement manufacturing and test processes for Satellite PCBA sub-systems. You will play a pivotal role as a key member of the development team, serving as the primary liaison among internal engineering and operations teams as well as with our manufacturing partners. Your responsibilities will include developing test strategies, implementing and optimizing test setups/processes at Contract Manufacturing sites, and ensuring the seamless identification, specification, design, and qualification of test fixtures, test equipment, and diagnostic software.

• Develop and optimize test strategies and setups at Contract Manufacturing sites.
• Identify and enforce DFM and DFT principles to address manufacturing challenges.
• Identify and report product failures to manufacturing and quality teams.
• Train operators on processes and support recurring certification programs.
• Record, analyze, and report process metrics to predict and mitigate process failures.
• Root cause process failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage configuration changes and enforce configuration control throughout the process.
• Test and troubleshoot incoming PCBA assemblies for Contract Manufacturers.
• Write and send test cases and procedures to Contract Manufacturers for execution.

• Proficiency in test equipment and engineering, PCB testing, and electronics debug and test.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting or on a manufacturing floor.
• Experience working with customers or contract manufacturers.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW, Python, test development, and test planning.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience building test fixtures and complex test systems including RF Functional Tests, High Power Electrical Tests, ICT/bed-of-nails.
• 4+ years of experience integrating software and hardware systems.
• 4+ years’ experience in using standard electronic lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.).

• Experience designing and building complex test systems including ICT, bed-of-nails, BIST, and functional tests.
• Experience in test plans and protocols related to established Space Hardware test processes (GEVS / SMC-S-016).
• Knowledge of software tools for test automation (e.g., NI LabVIEW and Test Stand, Python).
• Experience with power supplies, FPGAs, sensors, RF, and high-speed digital interfaces.
• Experience in the space/aerospace sector is a big plus.
• Any RF experience is highly beneficial.

This role involves sitting onsite at a customer site in Santa Clara, CA, with 50% travel to Contract Manufacturers in Nevada, Oregon, San Jose, and Mexico. Most travel will be to Mexico. The work environment is dynamic and involves collaboration with various teams to achieve high-quality manufacturing and testing outcomes.

This is a Contract position based out of Santa Clara, CA.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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