Hardware Test Engineering Lead

About the Role

Seeking a Technical Lead to own end-to-end test fixture design, including architecture, breakout cabling, configuration optimization, and vendor coordination, while leveraging modern software-based testing approaches. This role ensures fixtures are built for efficient use of limited lab space, easy access, and maintainability, while remaining flexible enough to support multiple test configurations.

Responsibilities

• Design breakout cabling and configuration layouts for test fixtures.
• Optimize fixture designs for efficient use of limited lab space.
• Establish standardized fixture designs for reuse across multiple test configurations.
• Partner with vendors to ensure timely, high-quality fixture builds.
• Coordinate vendor timelines and deliverables.
• Conduct quality reviews of vendor-built fixtures.
• Ensure fixtures are built for easy access and maintainability.
• Support multiple test configurations through flexible fixture design.
• Leverage modern software-based testing approaches to streamline fixture usage.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or relevant coursework in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Specialized knowledge in test fixture design, breakout cabling/harness architecture, and lab equipment integration.
• Strong understanding of software-based testing approaches; ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams.
• 5+ years in test fixture design, hardware validation, or a related engineering role, including vendor management experience.
• Ability to lift/move test equipment up to 25-35 lbs.
• Ability to work in a lab environment for extended periods, including standing/bending to access fixtures.
• Manual dexterity for cable routing and connector assembly.

Skills

Mandatory

• Test fixture design
• Breakout cabling/harness architecture
• Lab equipment integration
• Software-based testing approaches
• Reading schematics and wiring diagrams
• Vendor management

Optional

• Experience with IFE (in-flight entertainment) or aerospace hardware testing.
• Familiarity with scripting/automation for test processes.
• Experience working with international vendors or manufacturing partners.

Work location: Portland, OR