Electronics Test Engineer

Job Title

Electronics Test Engineer – Product Development and Qualification

Simsbury, CT

EBAD’s continued growth requires an accomplished engineer for the position of Electronics Test Engineer – Product Development and Qualification, reporting to the Test Engineering Lead. The Test Engineer provides support for environmental testing of EBAD electronics products across the product lifecycle, while contributing to test lab capability growth and technical problem solving.

• Evaluation of environmental requirements and test needs
• Development of detailed test plans and procedures
• Scheduling and coordination of testing with internal and external laboratories
• Support of electronics performance testing
• Interpretation and analysis of test data and results
• Preparation of clear and concise test reports and documentation
• Troubleshooting of test setups
• Selection of appropriate test equipment and instrumentation
• Development, validation, and training of test methods
• Support of continuous improvement initiatives within the test organization
• Documentation and standardization of test processes
• Support of test program scope definition and cost estimation

• BS or AS in a mechanical or electrical engineering discipline (preferred)
• Non‑degreed candidates will be considered with a minimum of 10 years of directly related experience in a test lab environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to collaborate with individuals at multiple levels.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Knowledge of electronic products. Experience with explosive materials and/or ordnance devices is beneficial.
• Aerospace or defense industry experience preferred.
• Experience in a test lab environment with exposure to climatic testing (thermal cycling, thermal shock, temperature and humidity testing, temperature and vacuum testing), dynamic testing (random and sine vibration, classical and SRS shock), acceleration testing, and instrumentation such as pressure transducers, accelerometers, oscilloscopes, charge amplifiers, signal conditioners, constant current supplies, digital and analog filters, thermocouples, and humidity probes.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with CAD software (Solid Works preferred)
• Familiarity with data acquisition software (LabVIEW, VR9500)

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.