Electrical Engineer – Test Systems

Immediately Hiring Electrical Engineer – Test Systems!!

We’re hiring an Electrical Engineer to design, integrate, and troubleshoot hardware for engineering and production test systems supporting advanced aerospace and defense products. In this role, you’ll support test product development across cabling, schematics, assemblies, and system-level solutions.

You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to build high-reliability test solutions used in both lab and manufacturing environments. This is an ideal role for engineers who enjoy hands‑on design, troubleshooting, and solving complex hardware challenges.

Location: Tucson, AZ (Relocation assistance provided)

Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required;
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (Preferred Active Clearance)

• Design and develop electrical test systems, test equipment, and hardware interfaces
• Create schematics, wiring diagrams, and circuit designs using tools such as Altium, DX Designer, Mentor Graphics, or Creo Schematic
• Perform circuit analysis, integration, validation, and troubleshooting (analog, digital, mixed‑signal)
• Develop test adapters, cabling, and system interconnects for unit under test (UUT) configurations
• Use lab equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, network analyzers, power meters) for testing and debugging
• Support full lifecycle development from requirements through deployment in lab and production environments
• Identify and resolve issues through root cause analysis and system‑level troubleshooting
• Contribute to project execution including technical scope, schedule, and deliverables

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
• 5+ years of experience in designing and integrating test system hardware, interface assemblies, or related components
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware issues across engineering lab and production environments
• Strong collaboration and communication skills in multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

• Experience with schematic capture, cabling design, or circuit analysis
• Familiarity with automated test systems or production test workflows
• Ability to manage technical, cost, and schedule requirements in a process‑driven environment
• Experience with analog, digital, RF, or mixed‑signal design
• Background in aerospace, defense, or high‑reliability systems
• Experience with hardware integration, system interconnects, and test adapters
• Familiarity with embedded systems, debugging tools, or software‑hardware integration
• Experience leading projects or providing technical leadership
• Strong root cause analysis and troubleshooting skills
• Experience supporting manufacturing or production test environments

At QDSS, our advantage is purpose‑driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission‑critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.

• Work That Matters – Next‑generation, safety‑ and mission‑critical projects where your contributions have real‑world impact.
• Growth That’s Supported – Competitive compensation, employer‑matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.
• A Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people‑first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.
• Benefits Include – Competitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.

$62,000 – $67,000 USD

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.